This week’s article is all about our Free Senior Snippets program. These are classes focused on the Senior population, with various topics. These free talks will be held at different locations in town, so make a note in your calendar after signing up. Classes will be held in one of the following locations: Washington Park Pavilion, Wells County Public Library, or the Wells County Historical Museum. Some classes have limited space, so call 824-6069 or e-mail events@blufftonindiana.gov to register.
Topics include:
Teaching Food Preservation in Trinidad and Tobago, Sept. 26. — Molly Hoag, HHS Purdue Extension Educator, recently traveled to Trinidad and Tobago with the Farmer-to-Farmer program. The purpose of her assignment was to teach farmers about safe food handling practices regarding food preservation and making flour from root vegetables such as cassava, dasheen, and sweet potatoes. The class will be at 10 a.m. at the Washington Indoor Pavilion.
Hydration for Health, Oct. 2 — Water is the most abundant substance in the human body and performs many functions. Therefore, we need to ensure we hydrate our bodies daily to avoid dehydration. This program will teach you the importance of drinking water, the effects of hydration/dehydration, healthy and delicious ways to flavor your water, and taste-test-infused water recipes. The class will be at 10 a.m. at the Washington Indoor Pavilion.
How It’s Made, Sept. 26-Oct.10 – Ever wonder how everyday items are made? Join us at Washington Park Indoor Pavilion to hear from some local businesses in Wells County on how their products are manufactured. Businesses include Valero, WEG, and 20/20 Custom Molded Plastics, LLC. Classes are at 2 p.m. at Washington Park Indoor Pavilion.
Wells County History, Sept. 27-Oct. 18 — Enjoy an in-depth look at local history at the Wells County Historical Museum. Connie Brubaker will present the following tentative topics: Early Churches 1837-1900. Sybil Ludington, Female Paul Revere. History of Post Offices of Wells County 1839. Oil Wells in Wells County. Classes will run from 10-11 a.m. at the Wells County Historical Museum.
Movie/Book Club, Sept. 27-Oct. 18 — Led by Catherine Campbell. Join the Book & Movie Club this fall for behind-the-scenes info and a horror-filled viewing of Alfred Hitchcock’s “The Birds” starring Rod Taylor, Jessica Tandy, Tippi Hedron, and Suzanne Pleshette. Classes will be at 1 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library.
Easy Fall Crafts, Sept. 27-Oct. 18 — Taught by Emily Marshall. Explore your creativity at the library with a different fall craft each week. Emily Marshall with the Wells County Public Library will lead you through each craft that will be easy enough for beginners but still allows you to get creative and make it your own. All supplies provided. Classes will be at 2 p.m. at the Wells County Public Library.
Crochet Lessons, Sept. 28-Oct. 19 — Instructor Kathy Gehrett will teach new and advanced students how to crochet. Bring a size H hook; class size is limited to the first 12 who preregister. Classes will be offered at 3 p.m. at the Washington Park Indoor Pavilion.
If you are looking for fun events this weekend, be sure to stop by Pickett’s Run to support Family Centered Services Annual Duck Race and then join our friends at Ossian Parks Department, who are hosting free concerts Saturday night from 6-10 p.m.
Have a great week!
