It has been an unusually cool week this week. We even turned the heat back on in our office. As a rule of thumb, the Wells Community Pool won’t open for regular business hours when we don’t get to 70° by opening time. We will still keep previously scheduled swim lessons and evening pool rental commitments.
Next week brings lots of exciting events. The quick list is Craft Club will be making Fiesta & Fish Mobiles, Matchbox Car Play Day, Crafting for a Cause, Animal Explorers, the 1st 5K in 5 weeks run, Fuse Bead Magnets, Loom Hot Pads, Summer Strawberry Program, Tot Puzzle Day, Shaving Cream Fight, Cheer Class, and Art in the Park where kids can make DIY sunglasses. We also have tennis lessons for kids and Pickleball for adults, not to mention that Pee Wee Swim starts Monday. The grand finale for the week will be the next set of FREE Kehoe Concerts. For details about the days and times for each program, visit the Bluffton Parks Facebook page or the City website at www.blufftonindiana.net.
Friday, June 23rd, will feature Eliminator, a ZZ Top Tribute Band. Hailing from Chicago, Eliminator has played from coast to coast for over 30 years, recreating the complete ZZ Top concert experience at festivals, fairs, convention centers, and casinos. Eliminator is regarded by major talent agencies and peers across the world to be THE most authentic tribute to ZZ Top. Bring your lawn chairs and join us at Kehoe Park (300 N Main) from 8 to 10 p.m. for a night you are sure to remember.
Uncle Matt BBQ food truck will be on hand serving a delicious menu, and 2 Pour Guys will be serving adult beverages (ID required). This concert is sponsored by the generosity of Diane Humphrey and this season’s Title Sponsors, Wells County Foundation, and ProFed Credit Union.
Then on Sunday, June 25, come back for the Community Worship Celebration from 7-8:30 p.m., sponsored by Family Ford of Bluffton. This annual performance invites you to sing along to some of your favorite songs. The Grand Sweet Shop will sell treats if you want to bring a few dollars to satisfy your sweet tooth.
We have had a lot of requests to hold the Fastest Kid in Town, so we have decided to add it back into the summer schedule on Saturday, July 8. Be sure to get your kids signed up so they can Race for the Grand Title of Fastest Kid. Follow us on Facebook for the link to sign up next week.
The Iron Kid Triathlon has been moved from June 24 to July 22 to allow more time to get your kids signed up. Children age 5-12 will compete in heats against peers their age to swim, bike, and run the race course. https://raceroster.com/events/2023/74283/iron-kids-triathlon
The Superhero 5K and 1-mile fun run is scheduled for Thursday, June 29 at 7 p.m. All ages and speeds are welcome. Sign up now at https://tinyurl.com/bdb7anar.
Plan to stay afterward for the Light Up the Night Bike Ride starting at 9:00 p.m., Thursday, June 29. Adorn your bike and yourself with glow sticks for an evening ride on the Greenway.
Don’t forget to stop by the Parlor City Market today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to see the latest of what they have to offer. The Wells County Girls Softball has games and a fundraiser at Roush Park if you want to support the local league.
Today is also the last day of the Creative Arts play “The Wizard of Oz,” showing at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the auditorium at 428 S Oak Street.
Happy Father’s Day to all
the dad’s in our community!
Have a great week!
