Does taking up painting at age 80 sound like a daunting prospect? George Fischer of Bluffton has done just that. You could say that painting is Fischer’s third or fourth career. He worked in advertising until age 50, when he earned his law degree. In retirement, George and his wife Lois traveled the country in an RV, often volunteering at national parks.
Spredges: decorative book edges are the latest trend. Come into the library and find your next book, not by the title, but by its colorful book edge. Stay tuned for a Spredges: decorative book edges program in April.
Like it or not, Daylight Savings Time begins on Sunday, March 8. That will be the last time British Columbia makes the switch. According to CBC News, the Canadian province has adopted permanent Daylight Savings Time.
By Casey Heilman Allen
SWCD District Administrator
MEDIA RELEASE__For over forty years, the Allen Soil and Water Conservation District has helped local pond owners stock their ponds affordably, and we are thrilled to carry on this tradition.
Adding fish to your pond sparks a thriving food chain among plants, fish, and all the creatures that call it home. Healthy fish are the secret to a balanced ecosystem. They not only keep pesky insects in check but also feast on extra nutrients from aquatic plants, helping your water stay clear and vibrant.
The phrase “say cheese” for photos appears in newspaper articles starting in the 1940s. In 1943, the Oxford English Dictionary cites the phrase being repeated by Joseph E. Davies, who was the United States ambassador (1936-1938) to the Soviet Union and appointed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Prior to “saying cheese” other words such as prunes, whiskey, and cheese with crackers were used by photographers to get you to smile.
The Annual Garage Sale will take place March 26, 27 and 28 at the Bluffton Senior Center. A special half-price sale will be offered Monday, March 30 in the morning.
In preparation for the sale, the Senior Center will be closed Wednesday, March 25. Organizers are seeking volunteers to help set up, tear down and work the sale. Those looking to volunteer should sign-up in the office or call in, 419-358-8971.
Donations for the sale are being accepted through Friday, March 20.
