What's Up! Thursday, Jan. 2, 2014

Women’s Do-it-Yourself Class begins in January

Guys, are you still looking for a unique gift for that special lady in your life? How about registering her for the Bluffton Parks Department Women’s Do-It-Yourself Class? 

The instructor will be Mick Jackson from Jackson Construction Co. Classes will be on Tuesday evenings from 6:30–8 p.m. in January and February. Cost is $150 per student and includes all instructions and a 4 Porter Cable 18 volt power tool set (drill/driver, reciprocating saw, circular saw and flashlight) as well as an 80 pc. Dewalt drilling/driving utility set. 

Class is limited to the first 10 paid participants. Pictures of the tools are available on the Parks facebook page. Thanks to Lowe’s for their assistance as well with this great class. Tools will be given to participants on the first night of class. For more information call 824-6069.

Women’s Fitness Group Starting In January

The Parks and Recreation Department will begin a Women’s Fitness Group for those interested in working out together (at all levels).

Participants will “meet up” one to two times per month (more often if there is interest) and mix things up by trying different fitness activities.  Sometimes the activity will be bootcamp or yoga in the city gym, other times those participating will run the River Greenway, bike, hike a trail, maybe even swim and kayak in the summer. 

Women can join the group and attend any or all activities organized by members or women can even suggest and organize an event themselves. 

To join send contact information (name, phone, email) to the Parks Department at 824-6069. 

Meetups will be announced via facebook, twitter, and email. There is no cost and no obligation. 

Meetups will be scheduled at varying times on varying days to accommodate as many schedules as possible. For more information or to sign up call 824-6069, or email sports@ci.bluffton.in.us. 

Tot Time Jan. 7

Bring the little ones to the city gym from 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Jan. 7 for some play time and around 11:15 a.m. Those in attendance will walk over to the Wells Fargo bank together to tour the facility. This is a free event. For more information call 824-6069.

Free Racquetball Tournament begins Jan. 13

Sign up for the Parks Department annual free racquetball tournament that will begin Jan. 13. 

Brackets will be assigned. Those participating will arrange a time that works for them and their opponent to play. 

There is a sign up sheet on the racquetball court door. Call us at 824-6069 for more informaiton or email parks@ci.bluffton.in.us to sign up. Please include name, phone, and email.

Hooked on Crochet begins Jan. 14

Learn how to crochet with a few basic stitches and techniques and how to read a patterns beginning Jan. 14, 2014.

 Classes will be taught by Kathy Gehrett on the second floor of the City Hall building from 3-4 p.m. on Jan 14, 21 and 28. Cost for three one-hour group lessons are $12 due the first day. 

Yarn and instructions will be provided. Those attending will need to bring their their own size H hook. 

Call the park office to pre-register at 824-6069. Class size is limited and open to beginners and advanced students. 

Stuff and Fluff Feb. 3

Ladies can bring that special child in their life for a memorable evening they will never forget for Stuff and Fluff Feb. 3 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in City Hall.

Watch their eyes light up while making a stuffed animal to take home.  Be sure to wear play clothes because those in attendance will also be working on valentine crafts. Cost to participate is $20 per child. It is open to both boys and girls. Call 824-6069 to register and pick an animal to make. Last day to order is Jan. 17.

Chilly Chili Run Feb. 8

Chilly Chili Run Registration is Open! 

The event will take place Saturday, Feb. 8 at 11 a.m. for a 5 or 3 mile “Just For Fun” winter trail run at Ouabache State Park.

Following the run there will be hot bowls of chili around a fire at the campground shelter. Registration is only $5 (long sleeve tech t-shirts are available for $10).  Call 824-6069 for more information or download a registration form at: http://www.ci.bluffton.in.usdocuments/2014ChillyChiliReg.pdf.