Maple Crest Senior Living Village, Bluffton, will host a piano-violin recital, open to the public, at 3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 18, in its patio room.
The program will include a range of music from classical to arrangement of hymns and other well-known works.
Performing on piano is George Bixler of Orrville. He is a Bluffton College graduate and former student of Jean Szabo, Maple Crest resident, and the late James Bixel. He sister, Phyllis Bixler, is a Maple Crest resident.
Our previoius interview was with a BGSU freshman from Bluffton High School, so we decided to keep the ball rolling. Emily Swisher has dived into her major and tells us all about how she’s pursuing her passions in her first semester on campus.
Where are you attending school and what are you studying?
I am currently majoring in Pre-Nursing at Bowling Green State University.
The Allen County Visionaries presented the Visionary of the Year Awards at their annual dinner Thursday night.
These awards are given to members of the Visionaries and members of the community who have worked to promote economic development and the betterment of our community. All proceeds from the dinner go to fund economic development efforts in Allen County.
The Visionary of the Year Award was presented to Clyde Rauch.
Heather Theis and the Bluffton Farmers’ Market go back 12 seasons. She was one of the original market vendors.
After taking a break for a few years, this year she returns her business called “Hearth and Home.” That business involves bakery items and some crafts.
PHOTOS OF HER BAKED ITEMS ARE AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS STORY.
On a typical Saturday, customers will find her home-baked products at the market.
