MEDIA RELEASE__The Bluffton Ohio Historical Society invites everybody to visit downtown Bluffton for the fourth annual History Day this Saturday between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Chicken BBQ dinners will be available with advance purchase at the Bluffton Presbyterian Church, located at the corner of Main and Cherry Streets, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Tickets are $10 each from Historical Society members, the Black Lab, or by calling or texting 419-672-8627, 419-303-5116, or 419-231-3710.
Local and regional performers are preparing for Bluffton's Play Music on the Porch Day (a.k.a. PorchFest) on August 29. This worldwide movement encourages people to spend the day outdoors, visiting with neighbors while playing or listening to music.
For a complete lineup and a map of where the bands will be playing, visit the event Facebook page.
Bluffton's 12th annual National Night Out will be celebrated at the Community Pool, 205 Snider Rd., from 6:00-9:00 p.m. As a part of the event, there will be free admission to the pool all day.
Lieutenant Matt Oglesbee, who has coordinated the event from the start, notes that the traditional hot dogs, chips, drinks, and treats will be provided for those in attendance. National Night Out is designed to be a free activity for families and an opportunity to hang out with local safety services.
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Swiss Community Historical Society "2nd Saturday" event from 1-4:00 p.m. on August 8
MEDIA RELEASE__Winter is coming, the garden is in full swing and the Schumachers have 16 people to feed through an Ohio winter. Most days from now on will be spent “putting food by” to survive the dark months.
Drying, smoking, pickling, brining and even some “primitive” canning will be demonstrated at the Swiss Community Historical Society’s August Second Saturday. On August 8 from 1:00-4:00 p.m., docents and volunteers will be asking you to help get ready for winter.
Bluffton Public Library classes on August 11 and 13
MEDIA RELEASE__Acrylic Art Class: Apple Orchard (R)($) will be held Tue., Aug. 11 at 6:00 p.m. Join Hannah as she guides you through the process of creating a painting in acrylic on canvas. Cost is $10. Register in person or online as space is limited. Open to adults, teens and children with an accompanying adult.
