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Civic Organizations

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Chief Noah Babcock, 419-358-2066 ext. 293
102 S. Jackson St. Bluffton OH 45817. Central Office 419-358-5901
Chief Jon Kinn, 419-358-2066, ext. 5
BLUFFTON IN BLOOM
Jesse Blackburn, Village administrator, 419-358-2066
BLUFFTON MAYOR
Richard Johnson, 419-358-2066, ext. 3
Chief Ryan Burkholder, 419-358-2961, ext. 109
145 S Main St, Bluffton, OH 45817 419-358-5016. Trustees meet at 6:30 p.m. on the 4th Tuesday of each month (except December and July).
BLUFFTON TOWN HALL
419-358-2066 - Press 0 for operator
Including Motter Metro Park. 1682 Slabtown Road, Lima, OH 45801; 419-221-1232
ORANGE TOWNSHIP
Township House 2973 Township Road 28, Bluffton, OH 45817 Board of trustees meetings on 2nd Thursday of the month, 7:30 p.m.
RICHLAND TOWNSHIP
Township House 8435 North Dixie Highway Bluffton, Ohio 45817. Board of trustees meetings: 8:00 p.m., 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. PHONE 419-358-4897

Community Organization

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AA OPEN DISCUSSION
7:30 p.m. Mondays at English Lutheran Church, 111 Grove St
AL-ANON MEETINGS
7:30 p.m., Mondays at English Lutheran Church, 111 Grove St.
AMERICAN LEGION
Bluffton Post 382. Meetings at 7:30 p.m. on 1st and 3rd Mondays, 405 N. Spring St. Dennis Morrison, 419-358-4950
Director Rene Gabriel; PO Box 142; 419-369-2985
BLUFFTON ATHLETIC BOOSTERS
Beth Ackerman, 419-204-9913
BLUFFTON BUCS MIDGET FOOTBALL
Zac Kohli, 419-306-2818 or Mitch Geisgie, 419-204-7291, [email protected]
Rene Gabriel, 419-369-2985, [email protected]
Volunteers and fundraising for Lake St dog park, [email protected]
BLUFFTON GIRL SCOUTS
Girl Scouts of Northwestern Ohio, 888-350-5090
BLUFFTON HOSPITAL AUXILLARY
Heather Schalk, 419-423-5342
Meetings on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at Town Hall; contact [email protected]
Meetings 7:00 p.m. on the first Monday; 419-358-7941, [email protected]
Meetings 7:00 p.m. on the second Wednesday, 405 N. Spring St; P.O. Box 221, Bluffton, OH 45817, [email protected]
BLUFFTON PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION
Karen Byers, 419-358-7951 (school phone), [email protected]
BLUFFTON SCRAP ARTIST QUILTERS
Meet at 7 p.m.on 1st Monday of the month, Bluffton Senior Center. Contact Deb Beer [email protected]
BLUFFTON SENIOR CENTER
132 N. Main St., Tonya Meyer, director, 419-358-8971
PO Box 241, Bluffton OH 45817 / President Tom Augsburger, 419-384-3674
BLUFFTON SWIM TEAM (SARDINES)
Nicole Mikesell, 419-358-0074
BLUFFTON WRITERS GROUP
Ruth Naylor, 419-358-6309
Scoutmaster Brad Taylor
CAMPUS LIFE
Jeremy Basinger, 419-296-9267
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Gloria Bucher, 419-429-2621
CELEBRATE RECOVERY
6:00 p.m., Mondays at Bluffton Public Library, Lower Level. [email protected], [email protected]
FAIR TRADE TOWN TASK FORCE
Lori Nester, 419-358-9650
Email group that shares information about events at the Bluffton Nature Preserve.
Olwen Prichard, (419) 358-5016 (library phone), [email protected]
Pat Flinn, 419-358-6766, Victoria Goddard [email protected]
RELAY FOR LIFE/RELAY FOR HOPE
Lynda Best, 419-296-2790
Neil Allen, [email protected], 567-387-9208
TOPS/KOPS
Jean Ream 419-358-7613 or 567-208-3318

Churches

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601 N Main St, Bluffton, OH 45817
116 Church St. - 419-358-8921
112 N Main St, 419-358-5806
8905 Columbus Grove Road - 419-358-8588
8375 Phillips Road - 419-358-1561
111 Grove St. - 419-358-2591
101 S. Jackson St. - 419-358-5766
FIRST MISSIONARY CHURCH
247 N Lawn Ave. - 419-358-7751
15988 Road 4, Pandora. 419-384-3680
223 W. College Ave. - 419-358-5641
160 N. Spring St. - 419-358-8631
835 N. Main St. - 419-358-1382
TRUE WORD TABERNACLE
345 County Line Rd, Bluffton, 567-226-1163

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Events

Free ads for free events. $1/day, minimum 10 days for ads for ticketed events and fundraisers. Email [email protected].

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See the Icon's full Community Calendar

NOVEMBER
6-7 Holiday Open House, downtown Bluffton
12-14 Poor Clare (fall play), Bluffton University
13-14 BHS Fall Play, 7:00 p.m.
14 WCOLC Farms, Barns & Rural Heritage, Schumacher Homestead, 1-4:30 p.m.
19 Jingle Bell Stroll, 12-7:00 p.m.
22 Christmas at Houshower House, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
28 Shop Small Saturday
28 Blaze of Lights
29 It's a Wonderful Life, Bluffton Middle School Cafetorium, 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.

DECEMBER
4 Handel's Messiah, Bluffton University, 7:30 p.m.
5-6 Christmas Open House, Schumacher Homestead


For Rent

For Rent ads are $1/day, minimum 10 days. Payable online only.

1899 DEPOT AVAILABLE FOR PARTIES & MEETINGS
The Bluffton Ohio Historical Society manages the 1899 Depot, 405 N. Spring St., and provides the facility for individual event rentals as well as for meetings of the Sportsmen's Club, American Legion, Boy Scouts and other organizations.​​

Please call or text BOHS at 419-405-1833 to schedule an event at the Depot. Please leave a message if we are not available; we will call you back as soon as possible.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
https://www.blufftonforever.com/depot-rental


FOR RENT

One bedroom apartment to rent on Vine St, on second floor, $550/month + utilities. Call 419-581-1289.


3 BEDROOM / 2 BATH APARTMENT FOR RENT IN ADA
Go to:  http://www.kimmetproperties.com to view the apartment

  • Appliances:  Newer stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and washer and dryer
  • Pets:  NO
  • Smoking:  NO
  • Paint:  Freshly painted
  • Level:  Ground level
  • Floors:  Newer carpet and linoleum
  • Owner pays:  Garbage, mowing and snow removal

Rent:       $1,175.00
Deposit:  $1,175.00
Available: 10/1/26

Call Dennis at (419) 303-8869 for additional information and/ or showings. Realtor owned.


For Sale

EMMANUEL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST - FISH FRY
FRIDAY, November 13 (4:00 7:00 pm) $12/meal

Carry Out Only

Carry Out includes up to 3 pcs of fish, cheesy potatoes, green beans, applesauce and cookie 

8375 Phillips Rd, Bluffton 419-358-1561

CLICK TO ENLARGE FLYER


HOUSE FOR SALE - 3270 County Road 60 Ada, Ohio 45810

4BR, 2BA, 3,172 SF, 2.3 acres

Space, Character, and Peace in Ada Schools! Welcome to your ultimate country retreat! Nestled on 2 pristine, tree-lined acres in Liberty Township, this massive 3,100+ sq. ft. homestead offers the perfect blend of wide-open space, premium updates, and cozy family comfort. Located in the highly sought-after Ada school district, this property is designed for making memories that last a lifetime.

See all 43 photos and full property details

Listed by: Property Owner (419) 979-8910


Announcements

To inquire about non-profit and business announcements, email [email protected].

FARMS, BANS & RURAL HERITAGE - West Central Ohio Land Conservancy FREE Event

20th anniversary celebration
Saturday, November 14 from 1-4:30 p.m. at Schumacher Homestead, 8350 Bixel Rd.

Attendees will learn about preserving farmland and historic barns, discover resources for researching family and farm history, and connect with organizations working to preserve local history and agricultural traditions.

Presentations begin at 1:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided

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BLUFFTON SENIOR CENTER CALENDAR
NOVEMBER 2026

Here's what's happening at the Bluffton Senior Center, 132 N. Main St. For more information, stop by or call 419-358-8971.

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HELP SET UP THE REAM DISPLAY FOR THE BLAZE OF LIGHTS
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21

SIGN UP HERE
Every year, Bluffton hosts the region for our annual Blaze of Lights parade and lighting ceremony. Part of the display is the Harry & Dorothy Ream collection of handmade wooden Christmas cutouts dotted around the Presbyterian church lawn in the center of downtown.

We need your help!
On Saturday, November 21 at 8:30 a.m., we need volunteers to help unpack and set-up the display cutouts. Come for an hour or come for the whole time. The more hands we have, the faster and easier the work will be.

We'll gather at the gazebo at 8:30 a.m. and assign tasks from there.

 


INTRODUCING "WORK IN PROGRESS" WEDNESDAYS
Been working on a project that required a little extra creativity, sweat equity or stick-to-it-tivness? (Or know someone who has?) Share the before, during and afters with [email protected] for the Icon's new WIP Wednesdays series.

We're thinking art, sewing, carpentry, car modifications, gardening, you name it!


COMMUNITY CAMPAIGN APP
Village of Bluffton "See My Legacy"

The Village of Bluffton is making it easier than ever to support the places, programs, and projects that matter most to you. Whether you want to take part in an event, promote your business by giving back to the community, register for community activities, honor a loved one, or contribute to a meaningful initiative, there are many ways to get involved.

Your support makes a difference. Every contribution helps enhance our shared spaces, celebrate our history, and fund important projects that benefit all community members.

GO TO CURRENT COMMUNITY CAMPAIGNS

 


JOIN AMERICA 250 IN BLUFFTON 

CALENDAR OF CELEBRATIONS

Honoring 250 Years of American Spirit - Together as a Community. 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, and Bluffton is joining communities across the nation to celebrate this milestone in a way only Bluffton can — with hometown pride, creativity, and togetherness. Throughout the year, our America 250 Committee will host events that highlight our shared history, our local
talent, and our love for community. Everyone — families, schools, churches, and businesses — is invited to participate. LEARN MORE

Follow Bluffton Ohio, Celebrates on Facebook

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Help Wanted

FREE ad category. Items are limited to 75 words. Additional information can be attached as a PDF or web link. Email [email protected].

NOW HIRING!
Koogler Refuse Service, Inc.

We have an opening for a Class B CDL Driver / Thrower
Interested in learning more about this opportunity?
Please send a letter of interest to:
[email protected]


WRITERS FOR BHS WINTER SPORTS

The Bluffton Icon has openings for paid Bluffton High School sports reporting for Winter sports:

  • Boys Basketball
  • Girls Basketball
  • Bowling
  • Swimming
  • Wrestling

Send a letter of interest to [email protected].


Event reporters and photographers wanted
- Jingle Bell Stroll
- Blaze of Lights

Send writing and/or photo samples to Paula Scott at [email protected]


OhioMeansJobs - Employers are hiring now in Bluffton
JOB SEARCH TOOL


Notices

Public Notices are posted at no charge. The Bluffton Icon is not a "newspaper of record" as in https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-7.10 Email [email protected].

SPECIAL MEETING
The Board of Commissioners of the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District will hold a Special Board Meeting on Fri., Nov. 6, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Park District Headquarters. The Park District Office is located at 1682 Slabtown Rd., Lima, OH 45801.


AEDG & GLR Annual Meeting - November 10 at the Civic Center

This event is a valuable opportunity to connect with fellow AEDG and GLR partners, build relationships, collaborate, and stay informed on the latest updates and initiatives.

To RSVP, please scan or click on the QR code above or click the link below.

Hors d'oeuvres will be served.

We look forward to seeing you there and sharing an engaging evening of networking and collaboration!

https://forms.gle/8hYiXcjNuwp77xJMA


Public Auctions

ABSOLUTE AUCTION - SATURDAY, NOV. 21 AT 10 A.M.
9171 Bentley Rd., just south of I75 exit
This home will be open for viewing Monday, November 9, 16 @ 4PM and the morning of the auction at 9 a.m.

Matt Walter, Broker / Auctioneer
Kris Gorsche, Realtor / Auctioneer
901 N. Main St., Findlay, Ohio
419-424-0944
www.walter-auctions.com

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