BFR announces lots of April-May programs
Friday All Sports Class to start April 25 at BFR. Youth in grades K-5 are welcome to participate in a new BFR informal sports program on Fridays from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Each week, youth will participate in a different sport: basketball, wiffleball, dodgeball, and kickball. A minimum of 8 youth need to register for the program which will start April 25 and end May 16; cost for the 4 sessions is $12 or free for BFR members. Call BFR Sports & Fitness at 419-358-4150 to register. Van service from Bluffton schools is available for a nominal fee.
Kids Fun Night Scheduled at BFR on Saturday, May 3. The annual Spring kids night will be held from 6-11 p.m. on Saturday, May 3 at the Snider Road facility. Youth ages 5 to 12 years will participate in a variety of group games and friendly competitions during the night. Late Night Flashlight tag, a annual favorite, is planned, as well as pinatas! Cost is $30 ($15 BFR members) and includes drinks and pizza party/snacks. Deadline to register is April 29. For more information, contact BFR by calling 419-358-4150.
Silly Saturday Program for Pre-schoolers is offered May 3 at BFR. Children ages 3-6 years and their parents are welcome for the last Silly Saturday program before summer. This mini-camp style program will include theme-based activities, craft and snack. Silly Saturday meets from 9-10:30 a.m. and the cost per child is $12 ($8 BFR members). Kelly Honse is the leader for Silly Saturdays. Summer Adventure Camps will be offered during the week in June and July. For more information, contact BFR Sports & Fitness by calling 419-358-4150 or visiting the web site www.bfronline.com.
Stories Posted This Week
Thursday, August 13, 2026
- Families and customers create an oral history of memorable Bluffton businesses
- Local students travel to France, Monaco and Italy
- Move on Up: New drug for COVID-19 exposure
- Back to School Days at Bluffton Public Library
- 50 for 250 performances at Bluffton Public Library
- Community meal on August 20 at Bluffton Senior Center
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Obituary for centenarian Lois Jean Andreas
- Thomas "Tom" J. Basinger served in the U.S. Army
- President Sider to present Aug. 25 State of the University address
- August 10 council recap: Spending increase for Benroth bridge repairs
- MHCO requests zoning change for construction of senior duplexes
- WIP Wednesday: 1915 kitchen gets a charming DIY remodel
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Monday, August 10, 2026
- Pirate girls tennis 2nd at Lima City tourney
- Professor Parquet on the passing of Don Nelson
- Bluffton historical society to discuss upcoming events, fundraising
- Bluffton Public Library hosts Mobile Health Clinic on Aug. 13
- 2026 PorchFest preview: Tommy Jenkins, Cat Dailey, Szabo Trio
- Chair massages offered at the Senior Center
- Bluffton Senior Center to host Spa Day