The work of painter and University of Findlay faculty member Valerie Escobedo is featured in the exhibit "Amusings," currently on display at Bluffton University's Grace Albrecht Gallery.
FROM FACEBOOK__Specializing in contemporary interpretations of traditional functional ceramics, an exhibition at Ohio Northern University's Elzay Gallery of Art honors the legacy of ONU Professor Emeritus Bruce Chesser.
The exhibit begins on Monday, August 24 and runs through September 26, with a Homecoming Reception from 9:00 a.m.-Noon.
MEDIA RELEASE__The Bluffton Lions Club has reached 80% of its campaign goal for the All Abilities Playground to be built at the newly established Legacy Park on Snider Rd. The playground account totaled $439,882.93 in July 2026.
The Lions also report that Jackie Bourassa has been elected president.
Lion Dick Boehr is celebrating his 95th birthday. He has served as a Lion for 66 years.
With the lively atmosphere of an extra-large summer block party, the 2nd annual Taste of Bluffton was celebrated on Saturday, August 22, in the Citizens National Bank parking lot. Bluffton restaurants and food vendors provided a tasty array of snacks and entrees for $5 and $10. Games, activities, live music and DJ Deron Martin added to the party atmosphere.
Long lines stretched out for a taste of breakfast--or "brinner"--foods, tacos, beer cheese and pretzels, boba drinks, ice cream, wraps, salads, and more.
Bluffton University September Arts and Events Calendar
Bluffton University will host the following arts, cultural and community events in September.
Art Exhibit: "Amusings," Aug. 17-Oct 4
Gallery Open Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Artist Talk: 1:30 p.m., Oct. 4
Grace Albrecht Gallery, Sauder Visual Arts Center, Bluffton University
MEDIA RELEASE__Bluffton Lions Club members will be participating in the following activities and events during September 2026. Events with speakers are open to the public.
Sept. 1 Club meeting at 6:30 p.m., Bluffton Town Hall. Speaker TBA.
Sept. 3-5 USA/Canada Forum in Memphis, TN.
Sept. 14-25 - Eye Screening of school children. Contact Lion Barbara Plaugher to help with the project.
Sept. 15 - Club meeting at noon, Bluffton Town Hall. Lunch $7.00 Speaker TBA.
