What's Up! Thursday, Jan. 9, 2014

Ladies in Fitness Together times announced

Bluffton Parks Department LIFT (Ladies in Fitness Together) has announced dates and time to meet. There is no cost and no registration. Those attending just need to show up.

Jan. 14: The first time slot willb e Tuesday, Jan. 14 at 9 a.m.  Meet at the city gym for a 20 minute out and 20 minute back, winter walk/run. Everyone starts together then goes at their own pace for the out and back. Anyone who wants to will meet back at Grounds & Grains to chat and brainstorm other ideas! (everyone buys their own coffee).  

Jan. 18: The next time slot is Saturday, Jan 18 at 8:30 a.m. at the City Gym for Power Hour of fitness. There will be circuits set up to combine intervals of cardio and strength training for an hour of fun! Those attending can work at their own pace and level.

Jan. 22: The group will meet on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 8 a.m. at the City Gym for Power Hour of fitness.

Jan. 30: The group will meet Thursday, Jan. 30 at 6 p.m. at the City Gym for Power Hour of fitness.

Future events are being planned. Call 824-6069 to stay  informed.

Pork Chop and Pork Burger Dinner Jan. 18

The Blackford County 4-H Fairboard will sponsor a Pork Chop and Pork Burger Dinner Saturday, Jan. 18 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the Blackford High School cafeteria before the Blackford High School basketball game. For more information call 765-348-3213.

NFAA Archery Shoot Jan. 19

The Blackford County 4-H Fairboard will sponsor a 30-Target NFAA Archery Shoot Sunday, Jan. 19 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Perry’s Archery Center at 102 N. Smith Street in Hartford City.

Progressive registration will be held until 5 p.m. Those attending must be nine years old or older to participate. Prizes will be awarded to the winners.

For more information call Purdue Extension Office at 765-348-3213.

Make Cards and Gifts Jan. 20

The Bluffton Parks and Recreation Department is offering an event where those attending can make occasions cards and gifts. The first event will take place Monday, Jan. 20.

Cost is $7 for three to four cards and a gift item. On the first night those participating will make four Valentine cards and a Valentine gift. Cards will be simple, elegant, and punch art along with easy techniques thrown in to the mix!

Classes after Jan. 20 will be held mostly on a Thursday. Call the Park office at 824-6069 to register.

Master Gardener Basic Training Jan. 21 in Montpelier

Applications are now being accepted for the Master Gardener basic training class that begins Tuesday, Jan. 21 in Montpelier.

The class will meet weekly from 6 to 9 p.m. from Jan. 21 through April 15. Participants will learn about basic gardening concepts, annual and perennial flowers, lawn care, composting, vegetable gardening and more.

For more information call 765-348-3213 or email: cluppers@purdue.edu or www.extension.purdue.edu/blackford.

Mother Son Dance Feb. 16

Back by popular demand! A Mother Son Dance will be held at the 4-H building on Sunday Feb. 16 from 1-3 p.m.

This year’s theme is Mardi Gras. Those attending are  encouraged to wear purple, green or gold. Party favor masks, hats and beads will be handed out at the event, but feel free to wear your own too.  

Tickets are on sale in the Clerk Treasurer’s office at city hall for $10 per couple and $3 for each additional child.

Those attending can bring their cameras.

For more information call 824-6069.

Dog Obedience Program to Begin in March

 Allen County 4‑H is offering a series of workshops that begin this spring on dog obedience training. 

The program is open to youth who are in grades three to 12. Young people can learn how to train their family dog to be more obedient. Youth will learn how to teach their dog to heel on a leash, stand for examination, sit, stay, and much more. They will also learn about the health, care, and grooming of their dog.  The dog should be at least six months of age.

 The cost of the program is $62. The meetings will be held on Monday evenings from 6-7 p.m. at the Home Loan Bank Building, Allen County Fairgrounds, 2726 Carroll Road, Fort Wayne beginning in March. 

All participants must preregister, pay fees and complete their paperwork by February 21. Class size is limited. For more information and registration materials, contact Samm Johnson, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development, at 481‑6826.