Five Bluffton businesswomen shared the podium and their thoughts about being a business owner in a small town during Friday’s chamber breakfast.
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BY JAMIE NYGAARD
The five included a barber, dress consignment shop owner, online fabric business owner, funeral director and sports apparel shop owner. The moderator owns a promotional products business.
Members of the Bluffton Junior High band trumpet section rehearsal in preparation of the Friday, March 17, Bluffton Music Booster chicken and shrimp barbecue. Watch the Icon for more photos next week.
MARCH ELEMENTARY NEWSLETTER ATTACHED AT BOTTOM OF STORY -
Bluffton elementary is a busy place in March. Here are some of the events underway. Attached is the March elementary newsletter, that provides additional details.
TESTING DAYS: Students in grades 3-5 take Ohio English Language Arts tests on March 30- 31. They take Ohio Math tests on April 20- 21. Fourth grade students take Ohio Social Studies tests on April 27- 28. Fifth grade students take Ohio Science tests on April 27- 28.
Bluffton businesses have an opportunity to introduce themselves to participants in this summer’s Ride to Remember bicycle ride, planned here on Saturday, July 8.
Ride planners invite businesses to provide gift items to fill 200 “cinch packs” for registered riders.
Suggested examples include:
• Coupons for use in your business
• Useful items for bike riders
• Treats
• Make certain your business name is on the donated items
First Day of Spring Polka Party is on Monday, March 20, at 6 p.m. in the lower level of the library! Accordion music by Elaine Wehri. The Bluffton Senior Citizens Center partners with the library for this event to include stories, dancing, games, and refreshments. Please register by March 17. Don't forget to wear your polka dots and your dancing shoes!
