Free WCOLC event on November 14 celebrates agricultural heritage with presentations, resources and historical homestead tour
MEDIA RELEASE__What better place to celebrate the farms, barns and the rural heritage of west central Ohio than a historic homestead? The West Central Ohio Land Conservancy (WCOLC) invites the community to Farms, Barns & Rural Heritage, a free event from 1-4:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 14 at the historic 1843 Schumacher Homestead, located at 8350 Bixel Road in Pandora.
MEDIA RELEASE__Saturday, October 24 wraps up the 2026 season of Bluffton Cars & Coffee. The gathering of car, truck and motorcycle enthusiasts runs from 8:00-11:00 a.m. at 902 N. Main St. (a.k.a. Masterpiece Signs and Graphics).
Twisted Whisk Cafe will offer coffee and pastries with The Whisk on Wheels.
Door prizes are provided by local businesses and there is a 50/50 drawing.
MEDIA RELEASE__The Swiss Community Historical Society will present Night at the Museum on Saturday, October 24 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Meet historic characters from the Swiss Settlement as you tour Swiss Heritage Center exhibits.
Guests will encounter several makerspaces in the museum where they can create a take-home craft. Costumed docents will provide information as you tour the 1843 Schumacher Homestead by candlelight. At the 1854 barn, you will hear pioneer stories around the fire.
MEDIA RELEASE__Ron Bowerman will conduct a woodcarving workshop at the Swiss Heritage Center on October 19, 20 and 21 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Workshop participants will carve a Christmas tree ornament with the tools provided. The class is limited to five students. The cost is $35 for non-members and $25 for members of the Swiss Community Historical Society.
A $100 deposit is required for the use of the woodcarving tools. To register, call 567-387-9208.
The Swiss Heritage Center and Schumacher Homestead are located at 8350 Bixel Rd.
MEDIA RELEASE__It's that time of year when we have cooler temps and the ground is still warm enough for Barefoot Walks. Let's enjoy the outdoors and connect with nature by taking off our shoes!
Join Daisy Sutkay as she leads a barefoot nature walk in the Bluffton University Nature Preserve. Feel the ground as you walk to better connect with the natural world. All are welcome. Meet at the parking lot by the Moyer Nature Center. Tea and cookies will be provided after the walk.
