It's the very last-minute and there's still Christmas shopping to do.
As the angel said, "Fear not." There are plenty of gifts availabe in Bluffton and in the Icon's recommendation to buy local, here's a suggested list of shopping spots
Gallery 323, 323 N. Main St.
Featuring original art by over a dozen local artists with works in painting, ceramics, fiber art, jewelry, glass, photography and sculpture. On Friday, Dec. 23, from 1 to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or make an appointment at 419-979-9705.
Robert Antibus of Bluffton was re-elected to the Blanchard River Watershed Partnership board of directors for 2017 at the partnership’s annual meeting held at the Hancock Agricultural Center, according to Phil Martin coordinator of the partnership.
Antibus represents the Riley Creek watershed on the board.
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During November Bluffton police handed 234 calls for seervice, had 48 traffic stops and issued 12 citations, according to the Ryan Burkholder, police chief.
Theft loss for November was $45,648 with theft recovery of $8. Two motor vehicle thefts totaled $42,940 in value. A note in the report stated that there is the potential that the vehicles may be recovered.
Santa Claus will visit the Weisenbarger house later this week. We know that because he's apparently already landed on the roof of this South Main Street residence.
First Mennonite Church invites the community to attend the Christmas Eve candelight service at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 24. We will celebrate the light of God’s heart shining in the story and songs of Christmas.
All are also invited to the Christmas Day worship service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 25. Pastor Wanda Stopher will be preaching and special music will be provided by Dr. Lucia Unrau, organist; Youth Choir, directed by Laura Hartzler; and Chancel Choir, directed by Dr. Mark Suderman.
The Dough Hook, 117 N. Main St., Bluffton, has several holiday-related offers that will make this year’s Christmas and New Year’s extra special, according to Marlena Ballinger.
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• Christmas dinner – for 8 to 10 people
Dough Hook is taking orders for Christmas dinners. Designed for eight to 10 persons, the dinner menu includes your choice of ham or rump roast, vegetables, noodles, salad, dinner rolls and fruit pie. $75.
