The weather has had some crazy temperature swings lately. As a rule of thumb, the Wells Community Pool will not open during regular business hours when it is not 70° by opening time. We will keep previously scheduled swim lessons and evening pool rental commitments.
This coming week is packed with great events. For more details, follow Bluffton Parks on Facebook.
Free tennis lessons: Monday-Friday in the afternoons at Lion’s Park. Call 824-6069 for class times.
Free Picnic in the Park offers a free lunch every weekday from 10:30-12:30 p.m. at Roush Park.
Free Matchbox Car Play Day is from 10-11 a.m. on Monday, June 17, at Roush Park Pavilion.
Free Craft Club: June 17, color a wood spring wind chime at Roush Park from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Lap Swim: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (12:00 – 12:50 p.m.) – $2.00.
Free Animal Explorers: Pet various animals on June 18, from 9-9:30 a.m. at Roush Park.
Summer Corn Program: On June 18 at 10 a.m., Wells Co. Farm Bureau will teach how corn is planted, cared for, and harvested and what products come from it.
5 in 5 5K: Join us at 7 p.m. on Tuesday nights for “just for fun” 5k walks or runs. Cost is only $1.
Yoga In the Park: Mondays and Wednesdays at Washington Park from 6-7 p.m.
Free Farm Wagon: Free food every Tuesday at 9 a.m. at Life Community Church for families in need.
Free Intro to Pickleball: Tuesdays and Thursdays at Washington Park at 10 a.m.
Tot Time: June 20 is Puzzle Day at 9 a.m. at Roush Park.
Crafting for a Cause: Wednesday, June 19, to make a beaded craft at Roush Park from 11-11:45 a.m.
Free Fuse Bead Magnets: Wednesday, June 19 at Washington Park from 2-3 p.m.; pre-register at 824-6069.
Friendship Bracelets: Wednesday, June 19 at Washington Park from 3-4 p.m.; pre-register at 824-6069.
Sunrise Yoga: Thursday, June 20 at 6:00 a.m. at Pickett’s Run Park. Wake up with a 45-minute yoga flow followed by light breakfast snacks and juice. The cost is $10.
Theater Thursday: for adults is at the Wells County Library on June 20 at 10 a.m.
Free Shaving Cream Fight: June 20 from 2-2:30 p.m. at the Pickett’s Run Splash Pad. Bring your own shaving cream, sunglasses or goggles, and a towel.
Chicks Run: A “Just for the Girls” 5K Fun Run on Bluffton’s River Greenway is Thursday, June 20 at 7 p.m. at Pickett’s Run Park. https://raceroster.com/events/2024/86896/chicks-run
Free Rock Painting: Friday, June 21, from 10-10:30 a.m. at Roush Park.
Free Art in the Park: Every Friday at Roush Park from 10:30-11:30 a.m. On June 21st, kids will make a STEM Levitating fly craft.
Hot Diggity Dog Jog: Saturday, June 22 at 9 a.m. at Pickett’s Run Park $20 registration. For Dog Owners and dog lovers, the Hot Diggity Dog Jog is a casual 5k or 1-mile run / walk to raise money for the Bluffton Parks’ K9 Kommons Dog Park. After the run/walk, stay for a fun-filled morning for the entire family, including your dog. Enjoy activities like a photo booth, dog wash station, agility course (for dogs and humans), foam machine, and more.
Fastest Kid in Town: Who is the fastest kid in Bluffton, Indiana? Let’s find out when kids compete in this 100- or 50-meter sprint. Saturday, June 22 at 10:30 a.m. at Pickett’s Run Park. Runners will compete in 5 age categories: 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10 and 11-12. Medals for the fastest three boys and girls in each age category will be awarded. Category winners will “Race Off” after the competition for the “Ultimate Fastest Kid in Town” award. Fastest Kid in Town Cost is $5 in advance or $7 on race day.
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads in our community! Have a great week!
