What's Up! Thursday, July 10, 2014

Theater Thursday July 17

The Bluffton Parks and Recreational Department, Wells County Public Library and Bluffton Regional Senior Circle have partnered together to offer a free monthly movie for seniors. The free movie for July 17th will be “Frozen”. 

Grandparents are encouraged to bring their grandchildren to this event. The video will be shown at 10 a.m. at the Bluffton City Gym (note the change in location from our usual site). Free snacks, a 10 minute health info and prizes for adults will be part of the program. Dairy Queen has donated coupons for dilly bars to attending children. Call 824-6069.

Summer Striders going on now

Summer Striders meet on  Wednesday nights through Aug 27 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. 

This eight week program is tailored to help people meet their goals, whether it’s going from being a couch potato to walking regularly, or increasing from 3 miles to 6, or going from a 20 minute mile to a 15 minute mile.  The program is directed by a trained wellness coach and licensed health and physical educator. Log onto parks@ci.bluffton.in.us or call 824-6069. Cost is $10 due the first night. Children under age 10 are free and maximum family price is $20. Program participants must be healthy enough to participate in moderate physical activity. Bring a filled water bottle each time. Visit http://blufftonsummerstriders.blogspot.com/

Last minute sign ups for Iron Kids Triathlon

The Iron Kid Triathlon will be held on Saturday, July 26 at 8 a.m. at the Wells Community Pool. 

Cost is $15 per child age 5-12. Swim distances vary by age. 

Bike is one mile and run is a half mile. 

To register print off the form and return to the park office by July 16th. http://ci.bluffton.in.us/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/2014-Ironkid-Triathlon-reg.pdf 

Revitalize Our Rivergreenway

The Wells County Foundation, Inc. is collaborating with the City of Bluffton and Wells County Revitalization, Inc. to raise funds to “Revitalize Our RiverGreenway”. 

Matching funds made available from the three organizations mean that each contribution to the effort will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $50,000. 

Contributions should be made payable to the Wells County Foundation, Inc. with “Revitalize Our RiverGreenway” noted on the memo line and mailed to 360 N. Main St., Suite C, Bluffton, Indiana 46714.