Bluffton University recently held its ninth annual Cabaret for a Cause. The semi-formal event for undergraduates features student performances of songs from a wide genre of musical styles.
Each year a different organization is selected to receive the proceeds from ticket sales. This year, a donation of $1,200 was given to Crossroads Crisis Center in Lima.
BHS sophomore Libby Schaadt had a big afternoon last week for the Bluffton softball team as the Pirates defeated both visiting Elida and Mother Nature for a 4-1 victory. (Marvin Foster photo)
By Cara Echols, student news writer
While many students spend their spring break relaxing with family and friends, students taking part in Bluffton University’s SERVE organization spent the week in the Columbus and Cincinnati regions, working with impoverished families, women’s shelters and area churches.
Ohio Department of Transportation invites Icon viewers to make public comments on the projected removal of the twin overpasses on Interstate 75 near State Route 103.
A public meeting on the topic is at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, April 12, in the Bluffton town hall.
The meeting’s legal purposed is described this way by ODOT:
Gallery 323 announces extended spring and summer hours, according to Kat Luginbuhl, gallery director.
The local art gallery at 323 N. Main St., Blufton, extends hours to:
Wednesdays - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Thursdays - Noon to 4 p.m.
Fridays - Noon to 4 p.m.
Saturdays - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Persons may also request appointments by emailing [email protected].
Bluffton Family Recreation offers adult swim classes at Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio Maple Crest pool on Augsburger Road, according to Daniel Tinch, BFR executive director.
Here's the class schedule: • Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays
9:30-10:15 a.m. - Strength, range of motion and cardio
• Tuesdays and Thursdays
8:30-9:15 a.m. - Higher level cardio
Swim classes are free to SilverSneaker members. For others interested in classes call BFR, 215 Snider Road, Bluffton, 419-358-4150.
