Explore bluffton

Explore Bluffton

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Volume 2

• Bluffton’s most comprehensive shopping and business directory

• What to see and do

• Historical overview• Map of our community

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2014 Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC). All rights reserved. No parts may be reproduced without permission of BACC. BACC does not accept responsibility for changes in events and contact information. BACC does not warrant or guarantee the quality of listed services and products.

Explore Bluffton Staff:Publisher: Fred Steiner, Bluffton Area

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Designer: Matt Luke, Comm3 Creative, Inc.

Editorial Director: Paula Pyzik ScottProject Manager: Deb Beer

BACC Board of Directors:Fred Steiner, CEO

Larry Hoffman, PresidentTammy Whitlow, Secretary

Bob Inniger, TreasurerJamie MeHaffie, Ex Officio

Mark AllimanDerek Dukes

Brenden FortmanDoug Luginbill

Aphaphanh NussbaumSally Siferd

Adam StedkePhil Zimmerly

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Welcome to Bluffton 4Bluffton Past & Present 6

Visiting in Bluffton 8 Dining & Food 8 Shopping 10 Leisure & Sports 15 Accommodations & Hospitality 16What to See & Do 18 Annual Events 18 Cultural Programs 19 The Arts 20 Historic Places 20Living in Bluffton 22 Education 22 Healthcare 23 Information 26 Places of Worship 26 Non-Profit Organizations 27 Retirement Communities 28 Government 29Doing Business in Bluffton 30 Construction Services 30 Commercial Services 31 Financial Services 32 General Services 34 Insurance 35 Personal Services 36 Professional Services 36 Real Estate & Housing 38 Indust., Manufacturing & Utilities 40 Home Based Businesses 41Map 42

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Explore Bluffton

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Volume 2

• Bluffton’s most comprehensive shopping and business directory

• What to see and do

• Historical overview• Map of our community

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Welcome to Bluffton.

You’ll find Bluffton offers many features of larger communities, but hasn’t lost its small-town charm. Use this guide as a road map to the pleasures of visiting, living and working in Bluffton.

Bluffton has grown steadily over the past 25 years. Our population reached 3,944 in 2008, according to the U.S. Census. Our borders have extended east into Hancock County, although the majority of residents live in Allen County.

Getting to and from Bluffton is easy. With our location on Interstate 75, visitors from Canada, Florida and parts in between find our town im-mediately at exits 140 and 142. Bluffton is also just five minutes from U.S. Route 30, and the historic Lincoln Highway, which reaches from the Atlantic to the Pacific.

Surrounded by thousands of acres of wheat, corn, soybeans and tomatoes, our community draws residents and visitors with its high quality resources. The historic downtown is packed with over 40 shopping and dining opportunities.

Bluffton University enrolls over 1,000 students and shares its many cultural programs. Bluffton Hospital has grown with the community: its departments range from emergency to obstetric services. And the Bluffton public schools are rated “Excellent” by the State of Ohio.

Other parts of Bluffton just have to be experi-enced to be appreciated, like tasting sweet corn fresh out of the field, being greeted by name at local shops or seeing the holiday “Blaze of Lights,” which dates from the advent of rural electrical service.

When you explore Bluffton, we’re sure you’ll be rewarded.

Sincerely,

Fred Steiner, CEOBluffton Area Chamber of Commerce

Dennis Gallant, Mayor, Village of Bluffton

WELCOME

Welcome


A bit of historyBluffton celebrated its sesquicentennial (150th anniversary) in 2011. But our history as a com-munity goes back to the early 1830s, when Swiss immigrants moved to rural Richland Township and set up a large farming community known as “The Settlement.”

Other small groups of European immigrants moved to an area along Riley Creek. Several dozen families lived there by 1861. That unin-corporated community called itself Shannon, after Ohio governor Wilson Shannon. However, there was another Shannon in Ohio at the time. The United States Post Office required our Shannon to change its name.

Two theories exist about the naming of Bluffton. One explains that folks visited Bluffton, Indiana, thought that community was attractive, and suggested the name. The other version is that Riley Creek formed several bluffs on the eastern side of the village. Most of those bluffs are gone due to development that changed the landscape. No one knows the exact reasons, beyond the

fact that the Village of Bluffton was officially incorporated in 1861.

Famous residents and visitors Most communities boast of having famous residents and Bluffton has had its share. U.S. Senator Cyrus Locher, Democrat, served Ohio in the 1920s. His nephew, Ralph Locher, a Bluff-ton High School and Bluffton College graduate, became mayor of Cleveland and later a member of the Ohio Supreme Court.

Comedienne Phyllis Diller attended Bluff-ton College and married a Bluffton resident. Television journalist Hugh Downs, once called Bluffton’s most famous dropout, also attended Bluffton College. Elbert Dubenion, who played professional football with the Buffalo Bills, is a BC alum. Although never a resident, Bluffton’s most infamous visitor was John Dillinger. He robbed Citizens National Bank on August 14, 1933.

Old-style charm and modern conveniencesIn its third century, Bluffton is a peaceful, com-fortable place. Crossing town takes just minutes

by car and not much more when walking or biking. Most needs can be met right here, whether you’re looking for locally-grown produce, a birthday present or a major appliance. Bluffton also offers convenient medical services, is served by its own airport, supports its own recreation center and has a growing complement of parks and bike paths.

The heart of Bluffton is found downtown, where the summer of 2009 saw a $2 million transfor-mation of the retail district. This streetscape program introduced sidewalks with attractive brick inlays, new street lamps resembling the originals from the 1930s and more benches near stores.

Our three-story historic town hall, which had its own $2.5 million renovation completed in 2008, is our community’s most recognized feature and anchors the north end of the downtown

Bluffton Past & Present

Main St. looking South from City Hall

area. Built in 1887, the three-story brick edifice is still the pride of Bluffton. At the opposite end of the district you will find the Bluffton Public Library, the high school and post office.

Who lives here?The people of Bluffton demonstrate many dif-ferent passions. Examples are high school sports fever, the love of live music, social activism including mission trips and vigils protesting the death penalty, and an appreciation for traditions like the Trout Derby and homecoming parades.

The town also holds two special designations. In 2009, Bluffton became the first Fair Trade Town in Ohio and the 11th in the nation. This initiative supports selling and using Fair Trade products. As a Tree City USA, Bluffton has been highly reactive to the Emerald Ash borer threat, as guided by the tree commis-sion. In a nutshell, Bluffton residents, the oldest families and the newest, are invested in the community.

PAST & PRESENT


◆ ARBY’S505 State Route 103 (419) 358-2729

◆ BLUFFTON DARI FREEZE595 S. Main St. (419) 369-4050

◆ BLUFFTON KFC415 State Route 103 (419) 358-7009

◆ BLUFFTON UNIVERSITY DINING SERVICES BY SODEXO1 University Drive (419) 358-3213Serving Bluffton University and the community, we provide a full range of services, including casual dining, retail dining and a large array of full service catering options. Have questions? Please contact us.

What do you have a taste for? A hearty cup of coffee to start your day, dishes from around the world, comfort food, sweet indulgences? You’ve come to the right place.The following purveyors can provide you with a delicious sit-down meal, a quick bite, or something to take home to the family.

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BURGER KING499 State Route 103 (419) 358-2888

CHINA WOK555 N. Main St. (419) 358-1688

◆ COMMON GROUNDS101 S. Main St. (419) 358-9622www.cgohio.comYour home away from home, offering exception-al customer service to every guest. Hot or cold drinks and sandwiches satisfy every craving! Come experience Common Grounds.

◆ COMMUNITY MARKETS154 Vance St. (419) 358-2901www.communitymarkets.comAt your local Community Market we like to know our customers on a first-name basis and give them the quality products, low prices and excellent customer service they deserve.

◆ COUNTRY KETTLE CORNP.O. Box 275, Bluffton

◆ DEVINE INTERVENTIONS308 Gove St. Columbus Grove(419) 659-2321

◆ DUELIN’ DAWGS EXPRESS, LLC505 E. Jefferson St.Food [email protected]

◆ THE DOUGH HOOK117 N. Main St. (419) 369-4264www.doughhook.comThe Dough Hook is a meat market, bakery and deli. We handle fresh-cut meats, includ-ing a variety of sausages, bakery items baked from scratch on site, and Amish deli meats and cheeses. Meat packages are available.

EAST OF CHICAGO PIZZA407 N. Main St. (419) 358-8622

◆ THE FOOD STORE103 S. Main St. (419) 358-5411www.thefoodstore.bizThe Food Store offers natural and organically grown foods, alternatives for restricted diets including gluten and dairy free, natural body care and household products, supplements, plus a great selection of spices and teas.

◆ JEANNE’S KITCHEN112 Vine St. (419) 234-8650www.jeanneskitchen.net and FacebookMade from scratch breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Serving daily specials including Mediterranean foods. Tuesday thru Friday; 8-10:30am; 11am-2pm; Friday nights 5-7:30pm. We cater for all occasions and deliver.

KIBBEE’S CARRY-OUT140 County Road 313 (419) 358-0338

◆ LUGIBIHL ICE CREAM111 W. Pearl St., Beaverdam

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◆ BACKYARD PERENNIALS & MORE9745 N. Phillips Road (419) [email protected] all of your plant needs. Specializing in annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, herbs, shrubs, trees, vegetables and special orders.

BLACK LAB TRADING CO.121 N. Main St. (419) 358-1155A boutique that sells anything from gifts, home décor, and furniture, to children’s clothes, toys and books.

◆ BLUFFTON FARMERS MARKET(419) 634-202A family-friendly market showcasing farm-fresh produce, prepared foods and entertain-ment. Saturdays, May through October located on Main Street near the post office.

◆ BLUFFTON MARATHON205 S. Main St. Marathon gas station and convenience store for your daily needs at state minimum prices.

◆ BOOK REVIEWS123 S. Main St. (419) 358-6999Find us on FacebookBook ReViews offers a wide selection of genres and topics including music, religion, and books for the young reader, from picture books through young adult. Proceeds benefit the work of Mennonite Central Committee.

◆ CELLULAR CENTRAL142 W. Jefferson St. (419) 358-5100

CIRCLE K111 Commerce Lane (419) 369-5506

◆ LUKE’S BAR & GRILL133 N. Main St. (419) 358-4486www.lukesinbluffton.com

◆ MCDONALD’S OF BLUFFTON500 State Route 103 (419) 358-9345www.JerryLewisMcDonalds.comJerry Lewis’ McDonald’s owns and operates 17 restaurants and is a proud community partner. We seek to offer customers great quality, service, cleanliness and value every day.

◆ MUSTARD SEED CAFÉ562 N. Main St. (567) 226-1120Rhonda Moor is the cook and Dick and Jayne McGarrity are the proprietors of the Mustard Seed Café, a new Bluffton restaurant located at 562 N. Main St. Located in a former train sta-tion built in 1920, the café serves “comfort food with a flair.” Hours: Mon.-Thurs 9-3 (closed Tues.) Fri 9-8, Sat. 8-8, Sun. 8-3.

PADRONE’S PIZZA147 N. Main St. (419) 358-0825

◆ SHIRLEY’S GOURMET POPCORN CO.117 S. Main St. (419) [email protected]’s Gourmet Popcorn is a Bluffton original product! We pop all of our popcorn in small batches and use only the highest quality ingredients!

SUBWAY490 State Route 103 (419) 358-2666

SUTER’S PRODUCE12200 Pandora Road, Pandora(419) 384-3331

◆ SYCAMORE LAKE WINE CO.9660 Mayberry Rd. Columbus Grove(419) [email protected]

TACO BELLCommerce Lane (419) 369-5606

SHOPPING


◆ TU PUEBLO MEXICAN RESTAURANT142 N. Main St. (419) 369-4200

◆ WENDY’SState Route 103 (419) 358-0413



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215 Snider Rd Bluffton , OH 45817

“Located behind the pool” 419-358-4150

www.bfronline.com

BFR Sports & Fitness

Serving the community since 1978

Fitness Center Gymnasium Arena Indoor Track

Offering Sport Leagues and Classes, Fitness Training & Recreation

◆ DILLER FLOORING AND INTERIORS119 N. Main St. (419) 358-4545www.dillersflooring.comWe carry name-brand flooring and offer free estimates. Come in and let us compare. Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to noon; Closed Sunday.

DOLLAR GENERAL115 Citizens Parkway

◆ ET CETERA SHOP111 S. Main St. (419) 358-4201www.thrift.mcc.org/shops/bluffton-thrift-shopWe receive and resell donated items. Our shop is the oldest Mennonite Central Committee thrift shop in the United States. Come in to find a bargain, and leave with a treasure.

FAMILY DOLLAR111 Cherry St. (419) 358-6360

◆ FAMILY TRUE VALUE HARDWARE109 N. Main St. (419) 358-2866

FOREVER IN STITCHES120 N. Main St. (419) 358-0656www.fisllc.com

◆ THE GRANARY GIFT BARN13466 Township Road 53, Mt. Cory

◆ GREG’S PHARMACY126 N. Main St. (419) [email protected] Greg’s Health Mart Pharmacy, we offer convenience and everyday savings in a friendly atmosphere. We accept most insurance plans. Greg’s Health Mart Pharmacy: Caring for you and about you.

◆ GROVES BEARS & ANTIQUES204 N. Main St. (419) 358-8559www.grovesbears.comGroves Bears & Antiques is one of the largest

Steiff dealers in the United States and also has a large variety of antiques, vintage goods and eclectic items.

IDEAL IMAGES 114 E. College Ave. (567) 226-1096www.idealimages4u.com

◆ M&R PLUMBING AND HEATINGAND COMMUNITY MAYTAG131 Cherry St. (M&R 419-358-6916 CM 419-358-0222)Offers Whirlpool and Maytag appliances and service; Lennox heating and AC; Goulds water pumps; and Ruud water heaters. Installs, services and sells parts for plumbing and heating.

MICHELE’S BOUTIQUE105 E. Elm St. (419) 236-9386

◆ PANACHE415 N. Main St. (419) 358-0250Specializing in weddings, wedding rentals and funeral arrangements. We carry unique gifts including candles, fashion jewelry, scarves, handbags and Kameleon JewelPops. Call to set an appointment for your home or office interior design needs.

◆ PANDORA FLOORING AND SUPPLY101 E. Main St., Pandora (419) [email protected]

RILEY CREEK MERCANTILE246 Cherry St. (419) 358-4787

SHELL465 State Route 103

KOI AUTO PARTS9280 N. Dixie Hwy. (419) 358-4000

SPRINGFIELD FIREWORKS495 State Route 103 (419) 358-3490

◆ SPORTS WAREHOUSE111 N. Main St. (419) 358-9300

◆ STRATTON GREENHOUSES, INC.9915 Lincoln Hwy. (419) 358-6950www.strattongreenhouses.comStratton Greenhouses, Inc. have been serving the communities “growing” needs since 1949. We offer a complete line of gardening products and plants with many beautiful garden accents. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest!

◆ TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES115 S. Main St. (419) 358-7233bluffton@tenthousandvillages.comwww.tenthousandvillages.comTen Thousand Villages is an exceptional source for unique handmade gifts, jewelry, home decor, art and sculpture, textiles, serveware and per-sonal accessories representing the diverse cul-tures of artisans in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East. Product sales help pay for

food, education, healthcare and housing for artisans who would otherwise be unemployed or underemployed.

◆ TIMELESS TREASURES CHRISTIAN BOOKS AND GIFTS124 N. Main St. (419) 358-8000Christian books and gifts, monuments and grave markers.

◆ TOWN & COUNTRY FLOWERS121 S. Main St. (419) 358-4040We are proud to be your hometown florist offering the freshest flowers, planters, beautiful silk arrangements, unique home decor, garden angels and stones, jewelry and many other gift items.

◆ VETTER SERVISTAR LUMBER501 Harmon Road (419) 358-6906

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BLUFFTON COMMUNITY SPORTSMEN’S CLUB9172 Augsburger Road (419) 358-7375Two stocked quarries for fishing.

◆ BLUFFTON COMMUNITY SWIMMING POOL205 Snider Road (419) 358-9661Open Memorial Day to Labor Day. Choose daily admission or season passes. Lap swim, swimming lessons and water aerobics offered. Two-hour rentals available.

◆ BFR SPORTS & FITNESS CENTER215 Snider Road (419) 358-4150www.bfronline.comYour local place for life-long fitness and recre-ation! BFR offers a fitness center, indoor track, gymnasium and turf-surface arena. Fitness classes, sport training, running programs, tennis lessons and pre-school play are available, plus youth and adult sport leagues.

◆ BLUFFTON GOLF CLUB8575 Dixie Hwy. (419) 358-6230www.blufftongolfclub.net18 hole public golf course with driving range, practice area, banquet and outing facility and snack and beverage bar.

BLUFFTON KARATE CENTER125 N. Main St. (419) 358-6700

◆ BLUFFTON SENIOR CITIZENS ASSOCIATION132 N. Main St. (419) [email protected] citizens 55 and older by providing members a place to socialize and continue their learning experiences. With over 600 members,

LEISURE & SPORTSit offers monthly dinner meetings, trips, weekly dances, card games, exercise classes and crafts and operates a retail storefront selling member-created items. The center holds monthly health checks and assists seniors during tax season. Starting in November, its members create Ohio’s best homemade peanut brittle.

◆ BLUFFTON SOCCER [email protected]

◆ BUCKEYE PARKVillage park on Main Streeet between Riley Street and Snider Road. Playground, basketball courts, picnic shelters and shuffleboard courts.

◆ DANCERS ELITE9364 Dixie Hwy. 419-358-0900Find us on facebookTeaching the art of dance to students in Bluffton and surrounding area for 33 years! Classes in ballet, point, tap, jazz, tumbling and cheerlead-ing for ages 3 and up.

◆ HIDDEN CREEK GOLF CLUB6245 Sugar Creek Road, Lima (419) 643-8562www.hiddencreekgolfclub.net18 hole course, full service range with practice area, restaurant and bar, outdoor pavilion for outings.

◆ JOHNNY APPLESEED METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT2355 Ada Road, Lima (419) 221-1232www.jampd.comOperates 12 parks in Allen County including Motter Metro Park, Bluffton. Motter Park in-cludes 105 acres of mowed trails, open all year, and is located on Grove Road, on the west side of Bluffton.



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◆ BLUFFTON/FINDLAY SW KOA3506 Twp. Rd. 34 (Mailing address: 114 E. Elm St.)419-477-5255; 888-436-3610www.CampTwinLakesOhio.comA family-oriented, conveniently located camp-ground that is “Small Enough to be Friendly; Big Enough to be Fun.” Themed activities every summer weekend. Open in winter with limited service.

◆ THE CENTRE AT BLUFFTON601 N. Main St. (419) 358-8533www.thecentreonline.comNorthwest Ohio’s premier event facility. We do weddings, receptions, seminars, trade shows, corporate parties, showers, funeral dinners, reunions, auctions. You name it; we do it! Adding elegance to your life.

◆ COMFORT INN117 Commerce Lane (419) 358-6000A 64-room, three floor hotel offering free hot breakfasts, exercise room with treadmill, free internet, indoor pool and hot tub. Located at Interstate 75-State Route 103, exit 142. Several restaurants are nearby.

◆ FAIRWAY INN855 State Route 103 at Interstate 75, exit 142. (419) 358-7000Offering 31 remodeled units, wireless internet, free hot breakfast, whirlpool rooms available.

◆ KIENE RECREATION4500 Road R, Pandora (419) 384-3800www.KieneRecreation.com. Find us on FacebookKiene Recreation buys and sells snowmobiles, personal watercraft and ATVs. We carry new and used parts, engines for all makes and models.

◆ KRYSTI’S MUSIC STUDIO334 S. Main St. (419) 233-5255www.krystismusicstudio.comKrysti’s Music Studio offers private lessons in piano, theory and composition, guitar, voice, violin, cello, saxophone, flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, and also art lessons! We are in Bluffton, but also offer lessons via Skype. The studio cur-rently has approximately 150 students and there are many performance opportunities available. Ages 3 to adult.

◆ SHANNON THEATRE119 S. Main St. (419) 358-1141www.shannontheatre.comWhere a family of four can get their tickets, popcorn, and pop for $20 or less!

◆ SOUTHGATE LANES9700 N. Dixie Hwy. (419) 358-6966Find us on FacebookWe offer birthday parties, group rentals, leagues for adults/kids of all ages, Friday wing night, Keno, open bowling specials . . . just to name a few! Open September through May.

◆ TRIPLETT BIKE PATHMiles of paved pathways throughout Bluffton. Access starts at many points throughout the village.

◆ VILLAGE PARKSouth of I-75 on County Road 15Baseball diamonds, soccer fields, shelter house, cross country track, and restrooms. Access from Triplett bike path.

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ANNUAL EVENTS

CULTURAL PROGRAMS

ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL - MAYDowntown Bluffton turns itself over to 70-plus arts and crafts vendors, food, family activities, bike rodeo, llama exhibit, health fair and enter-tainment events. Retailers offer sidewalk sales.

BLAZE OF LIGHTS - NOVEMBEROn the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Bluffton’s Cultural Affairs Committee and the Chamber kick off the holiday season with the Blaze of Lights. Thousands of people turn out for the annual parade, festive music, tasty foods and hot drinks, the reading of the Christmas story, and the moment when the Ream holiday display is once again blazing in the Presbyterian church-yard. Organizers also coordinate decorating contests for businesses and residents, and maps of local light displays. The Gift of Giving light show extravaganza, across from Harmon Field, is shown nightly through Jan. 1. Think of it as a 15 minute drive-in movie with a Christmas theme.

ARTIST SERIES AT BLUFFTON UNIVERSITYThe Bluffton University Artist Series presents acclaimed concert artists and ensemble groups, covering a variety of performing arts. Events are held on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. on campus. FORUM AT BLUFFTON UNIVERSITYNational and local guest speakers are invited to address the community on a variety of topics.

COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE - LATE WINTERWhen it’s too cold to have a proper garage sale at home, the S.H.A.N.N.O.N. Service Club of Bluffton invites the community to a huge sale at the Centre at Bluffton. Proceeds support community projects and organizations. FALL FESTIVAL - SEPTEMBERHeld on the last Saturday in September, this event offers activities at BFR Sports & Fitness Center, Maple Crest Senior Living Village, Mennonite Memorial Home, the Swiss Community Historical Society’s Homestead and downtown. This festival has included a large quilt exhibit, antique tractor show, home business expo and historic displays.

GOOD FRIDAY PROCESSION - SPRINGThe Bluffton Area Ministerial Association conducts this Good Friday observance of the Procession of the Cross. A prayer is given at each of six church stops along the route. Participants may join at any point. The event concludes with a midday service at a host church.

MEMORIAL DAY PARADE - MAYBluffton observes Memorial Day with a parade organized by American Legion Post 382. A ceremony is also held in Maple Grove Cemetery, where the graves of more than 400 veterans are decorated.

SWISS DAY - JUNEFirst held in 1950, Swiss Day is celebrated by the Swiss Community Historical Society. An open house is held at the fully restored 1840s Schumacher House, a Swiss homestead on Bixel Road. A traditional potluck dinner and program on Swiss heritage are held at Ebenezer Menno-nite Church.

TROUT DERBY - SPRINGBluffton’s annual Trout Derby at Buckeye Park has drawn enthusiastic participants for seven decades. A tagged trout is named in honor of a local individual or group, and a special prize goes to anyone who can catch the trout tagged #1. Those who don’t fish come to watch, enjoy the food and socialize. The event is hosted by the Bluffton Sportsmen’s Club.

WHEELS FEST - JUNEThe Lions Club hosts the Festival of Wheels, which includes hundreds of antique vehicles displayed on Main Street, followed by an evening cruise-in.

MAY DAY MUSICAL - MAYBluffton University’s May Day and commence-ment activities include an annual musical theater performance.

TOWN HALL CONCERT SERIES - MONTHLYThis concert series is held on the third floor of the renovated town hall. Sponsored by the Cultural Affairs Committee, it has offered performances from bluegrass to Buddhist chants.

Phone: 419-358-0186/358-2135For tour information:

Support the Historical Society

PO Box 5 Bluffton, or 419-358-7564

Swiss CommunityHistorical Society

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What to See & Do

BLUFFTON PUBLIC SCHOOLSAlthough Bluffton’s Victorian school house was razed in 1954, the original school bell stands in front of the middle school as a reminder of the educational history of the community.

BLUFFTON TOWN HALLIn 2005, Bluffton voters saved the iconic town hall from demolition. An income tax was passed to completely renovate the three-story brick building, which was built in 1887. It houses village offices, including the police department, and features a large public meeting room on the third floor.

DOWNTOWN RETAIL DISTRICTMany of the Main Street retail district buildings retain their appearance from 1933 when John Dillinger robbed Citizens National Bank.

LAKE ERIE AND WESTERN RAILWAY DEPOTPassenger trains no longer stop here, but the for-mer Lake Erie and Western Railway (later Nickel Plate Road) passenger depot is restored and is now located at the Buckeye park. It is owned by the Bluffton Sportsmen’s Club and is used for family reunions, graduation parties and wedding receptions.

MUSSELMAN LIBRARY AT BLUFFTON UNIVERSITY The Mennonite Historical Library in Musselman Library provides historical documents of the Swiss Mennonite settlers to our community.

SOUTH MAIN STREETSeveral South Main Street residences exhibit the charm of the oil boom era experienced in northwestern Ohio in the 1890s.

SWISS HOMESTEADThe house, originally built for Christian Schumacher, has been completely renovated and restored to its 1840s configuration. It is being outfitted and furnished with historical items to resemble a Swiss Settlement house of the period.

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HISTORIC PLACES

Bluffton is blessed with art displayed throughout the village. John Klassen, a Russian Mennonite immigrant, sculpted many works on the Bluffton University campus, where he was an art instructor. Our post office lobby features the WPA mural “Joseph Deford and His Friends Building the First Cabin in Bluffton” (1941) by Sante Graziani. Oscar Velasquez, a contempo-rary mural painter, created the historical mural located north of the Presbyterian Church.

SAUDER VISUAL ART CENTER AT BLUFFTON UNIVERSITYPottery, sculpture, photography, watercolors, oil paintings, and drawings by professional artists are displayed throughout the academic year at the Grace Albrecht Gallery in Sauder Visual Art Center. All art exhibits are free and open to the public. REAM HOLIDAY FOLK ART DISPLAYThe Ream display was started in 1937 when electricity first came to rural Jenera. Dorothy and Harry Ream created painted plywood figures to display in their rural yard and, year by year, their creation grew and grew. The figures, which range from a nativity scene to local faces, were given to the community of Bluffton in 1983 and have been shown at Christmas time in the Bluffton Presbyterian Church lawn ever since.

THE ARTS

WHAT TO SEE & DO WHAT TO SEE & DO


◆ APOLLO CAREER CENTER3325 Shawnee Road, Lima Apollo serves 11 schools in parts of six counties, including Bluffton High School 11th and 12th graders as well as adult learners. We provide career-technical training in 19 career fields, and 85% or more of our students are placed in a job, go on to post secondary institutions (such as Bluffton University) or some combination of both.

◆ BLUFFTON CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER325 County Line Road (419) 358-8222www.blufftonchilddevelopmentcenter.comThe perfect place for your child to learn. We provide an educational environment for chil-dren six weeks to 11 years old. We provide a

◆ BLUFFTON FAMILY PRACTICE582 Harmon Road (419) 369-4804

◆ BLUFFTON FOOT & ANKLE, LLC148 N. Main St. (419) 358-3050

◆ BLUFFTON HOSPITAL139 Garau St. (419) 358-9010www.bvhealthsystem.orgBluffton Hospital, part of Blanchard Valley Health System, is a 25-bed hospital that offers inpatient care, outpatient services, diagnostic testing, maternity care, surgery and emergency services. Always ready to serve the community,

program that includes a professional staff and a curriculum that enables every child to grow and learn in their own unique way.

◆ BLUFFTON COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL116 Church St. (in First United Methodist Church) (419) [email protected] us on Facebook

◆ BLUFFTON ELEMENTARY PTO102 S. Jackson [email protected]

◆ BLUFFTON EXEMPTED VILLAGE SCHOOLS102 S. Jackson St. (419) 358-5901www.blufftonschools.orgOur mission is to provide a safe and stimulating environment in which flexibility is encouraged in meeting the needs of every student. BEVS has

HEALTHCARE

Bluffton Hospital has been providing health care to the residents of Bluffton and surrounding areas since 1908.

Bluffton Hospital is proud to offer greater resources to patients than many small hospitals, while still providing the comfort and conve-nience of a “hometown” facility. At Bluffton Hospital, we’re here for you.

BLUFFTON WOMEN’S CARE559 Harmon Road (419) 358-8856

◆ CELEBRATION OF HEALTH ASSOCIATION122 Thurman St. (419) [email protected] specialize in more natural treatments for in-flammation, fatigue, pain, circulation problems, and allergies that have not responded well to drugs and/or surgery.

◆ FAMILY EYE CARE CLINIC OF BLUFFTON107 North Main St., P.O. Box 123 (419) 358-6076Our practice has been serving the visual needs of our patients since 1966. We accomplish this by examining with the best diagnostic equip-ment, providing the latest in eyewear (large fashion gallery) and contact lenses, utilizing low vision services, working with vision therapy, etc. We wish to provide our patients with a lifetime of good vision through regular visits, emergency care, and medical follow up. We take most major insurance plans.

R.E. JAMES, D.C.204 S. Main St. (419) 358-1444

◆ MATTHEW S. JORDAN, D.D.S.122 Thurman St. (419) 358-8677

◆ NORTHWEST OHIO OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY547 Harmon Road (419) 369-4600www.nwoob-gyn.comDr. Desrene Brown M.D., FACOG

Living in Bluffton

Not too big, not too small. Say goodbye to traffic jams and getting lost in the crowd. Say hello to shops where help is always offered and a hospital emergency room with prompt service. Enjoy the pleasures of a bustling town that values the past and present.◆ = Chamber Member

had a perfect state report card, meeting every state indicator over the last 8 years in a row, and consistently ranks in the top 5% of all schools in the state.

◆ BLUFFTON PUBLIC LIBRARY145 S. Main St. (419) 358-5016director@blufftonpubliclibrary.orgwww.blufftonpubliclibrary.orgOur library has been a community treasure since 1935. Enjoy a welcoming environment, friendly service, extensive resources, public computers with Internet access, Wi-Fi, pro-grams for adults and children, book sales and more.

◆ BLUFFTON UNIVERSITY1 University Dr. (419) 358-3000www.bluffton.eduA cornerstone of the community since 1899, Bluffton University is a liberal-arts, residential campus with more than 50 bachelor programs of study, a bachelor’s degree-completion pro-gram, evening social work bachelor’s degree for working adults and master’s degree programs. The campus offers many lectures, performances, art exhibits and has 14 NCAA athletics teams. Bluffton is affiliated with Mennonite Church USA and the school’s legacy is expressed today in its enduring values of discovery, community, respect and service. Bluffton students go into the world prepared for life as well as for their chosen vocation.

EDUCATION

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1 University Drive, Bluffton, OH 45817-2104 419-358-3000 or 800-488-3257

www.bluffton.edu

to our community!

Welcome

At Bluffton, students learn not only to strengthen their goals, beliefs and values, but to put them into action.

•More than 50 majors and programs

•14 NCAA division III athletics teams

•Bachelor’s degree completion programs for working adults

•Graduate programs in business (MBA/MAOM/MBA with a concentration in health care administration)

•Music, theatre and visual art events


◆ BLUFFTON ICON226 Grove St. (419) 889-3065Find us on [email protected], www.blufftonicon.comA free on-line news source covering Bluffton, offering news on a daily basis. It provides links to Bluffton websites, full-color display ads and free classified ads. The Icon has over 70 adver-tisers, 20,000 views in a 30-day period and also operates the Ada Icon (www.adaicon.com).

◆ THE BLUFFTON NEWS101 N. Main St. (419) 358-8010www.blufftonnews.com

◆ THE LIMA NEWS3515 Elida Road, Lima (419) 223-1010www.LimaOhio.comThe Lima News serves west central Ohio, reach-ing 30,000 households and over 85,000 readers/

BLUFFTON BAPTIST CHURCH345 County Line Road (419) 358-0170

BLUFFTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH112 N. Main St. (419) 358-5806

BLUFFTON TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH2022 State Route 103 (419) 358-2001

EBENEZER MENNONITE CHURCH8905 Columbus Grove Road (419) 358-8588

EMMANUEL UCC8375 Phillips Road (419) 358-1561

ENGLISH LUTHERAN CHURCH111 Grove St. (419) 358-2591

FIRST MENNONITE CHURCH101 S. Jackson St. (419) 358-5766

FIRST MISSIONARY CHURCH247 N. Lawn Ave. (419) 358-7751

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH116 Church St. (419) 358-8921

QUAKER MEETING FOR WORSHIP118 S. Spring St. (419) 358-0950

ST. JOHN’S UCC223 W. College Ave. (419) 358-5641

◆ AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, EAST CENTRAL DIVISION740 Commerce Dr., Perrysburg (888) 227-6446, ext. 5212www.cancer.org

◆ BLANCHARD VALLEY HEALTH FOUNDATION1900 S. Main St., Findlay (419) [email protected]

◆ BLUFFTON AMERICAN LEGION POST 382P.O. Box 107 (419) [email protected] first and third Mondays of the month at INFORMATION

PLACES OF WORSHIP

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH160 N. Spring St. (419) 358-8631

TRI-COUNTY ASSEMBLY OF GOD835 N. Main St. (419) 358-1382

TRUE WORD TABERNACLE104 E. Elm St. (419) 358-1460

7:30 p.m. at Bluffton Sportsmen’s Club located at 405 N. Spring St. Contact: John Wagner – membership services.

◆ BLUFFTON CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURS154 N. Main St. (Town Hall) (419) 369-2985Find us on Facebookwww.blufftonentrepreneurs.comBCE is a not-for-profit regional business support center offering professional assistance and customized mentoring to entrepreneurs and small businesses, especially during their first few years in business.

◆ BLUFFTON LIONS CLUB/BLUFFTON LIONS FOUNDATION, INC.P.O. Box 223 (419) 358-0713www.blufftonlions.org www.blufftonlionsfoundation.orgA thriving service club established in 1934. Our motto: “We Serve.” The club is part of a global service network. So, at the same time we’re doing local community service, we can also contribute to Lions volunteer efforts around the world.

NON-PROFITS

Living in Bluffton

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Adult Workforce Education

• Offers state-of-the-art Career Technical training and retraining to adult learners

• Serves over 4,000 adults per year

• 12 Full-time programs and customized training

• Over 60 part-time skill upgrade training courses

• Industry certifications

High School Career Technical Training

• Serves over 600 juniors and seniors per year

• 20 Career Technical programs in high-tech, high-wage careers

• Job placement

• Dual enrollment/college credit

• Industry certifications

◆ NORTHWEST PHYSICAL THERAPY, INC.215 Snider Road (419) 358-6978bluffton@NorthwestPhysicalTherapy.comwww.NorthwestPhysicalTherapy.comNorthwest Physical Therapy is a privately owned, independent provider of physical, occupational and speech therapies. Our Bluffton office (located in the Bluffton Family Recreation Center) has been serving the Bluffton commu-nity since 1999.

◆ PANDORA FAMILY PHYSICIANS, INC.161 Garau St. (419) 358-0925www.pandorafp.com

RENE SHELLY, D.O.132 Garau St. (419) 358-5916

SIMPSON CHIROPRACTIC900 N. Main St. (419) 358-1600

unique visitors every day. LimaOhio.com reaches over 9,000 unique visitors daily and over 2 million page views per month.

◆ WKXA/WFIN RADIOP.O. Box 1507, Findlay (419) 422-4545www.wkxa.com



◆ BLUFFTON POST OFFICE132 S. Main St. (419) 358-0661Contact: Darrell Von Sossan, postmaster

◆ ORANGE TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES(419) 326-5464Contact: Clair Gallant, clerk

RICHLAND TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES(419) 358-8360Contact: James Weaver, clerk

◆ VILLAGE OF BLUFFTON154 N. Main St. (419) 358-2066www.bluffton-ohio.comContact: Jamie Mehaffie, village administrator

◆ HILTY HOME304 Hilty Dr., Pandora (419) 384-3218www.mhcoliving.orgSkilled nursing care specializing in memory care, Transition to Home short-term rehab, assisted living apartments, beautiful villas for maintenance-free retirement and child care – all in a Christ-centered community.

◆ MAPLE CREST SENIOR LIVING VILLAGE700 Maple Crest Court (419) 358-1015www.mhcoliving.orgRetirement living at its best! Beautiful and spacious duplexes, one- and two-bedroom in-dependent living apartments and assisted living apartments–all in a faith-based community.

◆ MENNONITE MEMORIAL HOME410 W. Elm St. (419) 358-1015www.mhcoliving.orgSkilled nursing care, specialized memory care, short-term rehab, assisted living apart-ments, spacious independent living duplexes for maintenance-free retirement living–all in a faith-based community.

◆ RICHLAND MANOR7400 Swaney Road (419) 643-3161www.richlandmanorhc.comRichland Manor is a premier senior living health campus with 24-hour skilled nursing including: long-term care; short-term rehabili-tation; transitional care suites; physical, occupa-tional and speech therapy; outpatient therapy; respite care; and adult daycare.

◆ WILLOW RIDGE101 Willow Ridge Dr. (419) 358-1015www.mhcoliving.orgFeaturing the first Green House homes in Ohio, Willow Ridge is transforming how skilled nurs-ing care is provided. At Willow Ridge, compas-sionate care, integrity and excellence are at the core of our Christ-centered mission.

RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES

GOVERNMENT

Living in Bluffton

BLUFFTON-PANDORA YOUTH FOR CHRIST111. W. College Ave. (419) 358-9365

◆ THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION101 W. Sandusky St., Findlay (419) 425-1100kkreuchauf@community-foundation.comwww.community-foundation.com

◆ FRIENDS OF THE BLUFFTON PUBLIC LIBRARY145 S. Main St. (419) [email protected]

◆ S.H.A.N.N.O.N. SERVICE CLUB(419) 358-7365Sharing Hopes And Nourishing Needs Of Neighbors. Entirely-local, we help make Bluffton a better place by serving needy families (Christmastime and year-round), providing scholarships and volunteering.

◆ SWISS COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYP.O. Box 5 (419) 358-2135 or (419) [email protected] open membership society for investigating the history of the Bluffton-Pandora rural com-munity by collecting, preserving and dissemi-nating historical information and artifacts. The Swiss Farmstead at 8350 Bixel Road is available for educational tours, small group meetings, family picnics, etc.

◆ R.L. AND ETTA L. TRIPLETT MEMORIAL FOUNDATIONP.O. Box 46 (419) 358-9322

TLU RESCUE142 Vance St.


First Mennonite Church

Worship timesSept.-May – 10:30 a.m.June-Aug. – 9:15 a.m.

101 S. Jackson St., Bluffton419-358-5766

[email protected]


◆ BARHORST ROOFINGP.O. Box 167 (419) [email protected]

◆ BASINGER PLUMBING AND HEATING, LLC3090 Road R, Pandora (419) 358-1355www.basingerph.comCustomers are our first business and we are not satisfied unless you are. Plumbing, heating, air conditioning, geothermal and water treatment . . . whatever it takes.

BLUFFTON PRE-CAST CONCRETE8950 Dixie Hwy. (419) 358-6946

◆ BLUFFTON STONE CO.310 Quarry Dr. (419) 358-6941

◆ ANDERSON TRACTOR SUPPLY20968 Township Road 51 (419) 358-3015

◆ FULTZ SIGN CO.3497 Slabtown Road, Lima (419) [email protected] offer signs of all kinds-big or small, inside or outside. We offer old-school freehand lettering, pin striping, artwork, banners and vinyl lettering, gold leaf lettering and digital full color graphics.

◆ KENECO DISTRIBUTORS205 Stanford Pkwy., Findlay (419) 422-8065

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES◆ CLEMENS DEVELOPMENT SYSTEMS469 Riverbend Dr. (419) 358-9100

◆ COUNTY ELECTRIC815 N. Locust St., Ottawa (419) 523-6688www.countyelectric-ottawa.comCounty Electric is an electrical contractor of residential, commercial and industrial projects, as well as offering 24-hour emergency services. Free estimates are available.

◆ LEE CONSTRUCTION6223 Kiggins Road, Delphos

◆ PATRIOT CONCRETE(419) [email protected] Installs driveways, floors, sidewalks, printed concrete and excavating, decorative stamping, foundations, patios and flatwork.

COMMERCIAL SERVICES

Doing Business in Bluffton

◆ QUALITY CONSTRUCTION10800 Tom Fett Road (419) [email protected]

◆ SMALL HOUSE BLUFFTONP.O. Box 23 (419) 296-8431www.smallhousebluffton.comA residential building and remodeling contrac-tor, Small House Bluffton specializes in green design and construction. Andy Chappell-Dick has 25 years experience in the trade, and is an Energy Star Partner Builder and a certified LEED Green Associate.

◆ DON SNYDER EXCAVATING20521 County Road 15 (419) 358-0550 ◆ SUPERIOR ENERGY SOLUTIONS, LLC1011 N. Defiance St., Ottawa (419) 890-8067 www.senergys.comSuperior Energy Solutions offers wind turbines, photovoltaic and thermal solar products with design and installation, plus home energy audits and commercial lighting assessments/retrofits.

A strong support network is in place for those interested in establishing businesses in Bluffton. These organizations include the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce, Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs, and village offices located in the Bluffton town hall.

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◆ AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES147 N. Main St. (419) [email protected] Averesch has been a financial advisor for 13 years. He is married, has 3 children and understands the importance of providing for his family. You may meet with Greg, free of charge, to discuss your financial goals.

◆ AUGSBURGER TAX SERVICES302 S. Main St. (419) 358-1336

◆ J. BANKERT BOOKKEEPING, LLC1510 Township Road 28 (419) 348-3812welcome [email protected] with unique business owners who love what they do, but cannot keep up with manag-ing the financial records side of their business. I teach entrepreneurs and individuals who want to learn, understand and take action with their financial records.

◆ BEYOND BUDGETING, LLC119 Vine St. (419) 358-4146gobeyondbudgeting@gmail.comwww.gobeyondbudgeting.comBeyond Budgeting provides clients with the tools needed to achieve a more secure financial future. With individualized coaching, we will help teach clients lifestyle changes, managing a budget and much more.

◆ CHASE135 S. Main St. (419) 358-4055www.chase.comWe are a nationwide bank with a hometown feel that offers a wide array of banking products like checking, savings and mortgage loans. Chase also specializes in retirement planning, business and commercial needs.

◆ CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK102 S. Main St. (419) 358-8040www.cnbohio.comA full-service community bank since 1920, Citizens offers traditional products such as checking accounts and mortgage loans. An SBA-approved lender, CNB also serves small business and agricultural customers.

◆ EDWARD JONES107 S. Main St. (419) [email protected] Alliman, financial advisor. Financial services for individual investors to understand their personal goal–from college savings to retirement–and create long-term investment solutions that emphasize a well-balanced portfolio.

◆ EVERETT TAX SERVICE INC.319 N. Main St. (419) 358-6980

◆ FAITH INVESTMENT SERVICES177 Hillcrest Dr. (419) 358-4207www.myfaithinvestments.comIn business for 27 years, we can help you invest your money to get positive moral outcome with competitive returns. We specialize in income planning for retirement.

◆ FIRST NATIONAL BANK112 Cherry St. (419) [email protected], www.e-fnb.comLocally owned and operated bank with timely local decision making, knowledgeable employees providing courteous service, and the latest in financial products and services. Also located in Pandora and Findlay.

GULFCOAST TAX & ACCOUNTING141 N. Main St.

◆ REICHENBACH & STEINER, CPAs140 N. Main St. (419) 358-1723www.cpabluffton.comWe offer services as unique as you and your business. Contact us for personal tax service, business tax service, auditing, payroll, book-keeping and Quick Books consulting needs.

◆ SIELSCHOTT, WALSH KEIFER AND REGULA CPAs113 N. Main St. (419) 369-9001


◆ MASTERPIECE SIGNS & GRAPHICS INC.902 N. Main St., P.O. Box 124 (419) 358-0077Masterpiece Signs & Graphics Inc. is your full service custom sign shop. We design, manu-facture and install. “Don’t just buy a sign, buy a Masterpiece!”

PANDORA GRAIN & SUPPLY305 S. Jefferson St., Pandora (419) 384-3255Bluffton elevator at 241 Cherry St. open during harvest.

◆ SPALLINGER COMBINE PARTS2325 County Road 28 (419) 358-8333

SCHOOLHOUSE ELECTRONICS90 State Route 103 (419) 358-0281

FINANCIAL SERVICES


112 CHERRY STREETBLUFFTON • 419.358.5500

Other locations:Pandora, Findlay and

coming soon to Ottawa

Member FDICwww.e-fnb.com

140 N. Main StreetBlu�on, OH 45817

419-358-1723

Reichenbach & SteinerCPAs LLC


◆ FORTMAN INSURANCE SERVICES, INC.115 N. Main St. (419) 358-4600and 614 N. Perry St. Rt. 65, Ottawawww.fortmanins.comFortman Insurance Services, Inc., is an inde-pendent agency that carries over 50 different insurance companies to fit your needs for your farm, vehicle, home, life, medical, commercial, Medicare products and drug plans.

◆ JORDAN-DILLER INSURANCE105 S. Main St. (419) [email protected] insurance for farmers and farm landlords.

SNYDER-REESE INSURANCE AGENCY320 N. Main St. (419) [email protected]

◆ STATE FARM INSURANCE341 S. Main St. (419) [email protected] Reichenbach, agent. Selling State Farm Insurance for your home, farm, auto, life and business to Bluffton and surrounding communi-ties since 1966.

◆ STEINER & GRANGER INSURANCE141 N. Main St. (419) 358-8565 or(419) 358-0689 [email protected] or [email protected] hometown independent insurance profes-sionals specializing in life, health, business, auto and home insurance. Local service with over 35 years experience in the business representing many excellent insurance companies.

◆ SWISS MUTUAL INSURANCE AGENCY208 S. Main St. (419) 358-7585An independent agency offering home, auto, farm and church insurance coverage.

◆ BLUFFTON AERATION SERVICEP.O. Box 209, 9485 Shifferly Road (419) 358-1936www.blufftonaeraton.comContact B.A.S.I. for environmental services, portable restrooms, drain cleaning/jetting, confined space entry, lift station repair, treat-ment plant operations, waste oil disposal and much more.

BLUFFTON ALIGNMENT AND TIRE252 County Road 313 (419) 358-2272

◆ BLUFFTON FLYING SERVICE1080 Navajo Dr. (419) 358-7045Our airport has a 4,126-foot asphalt runway. It handles cargo, passenger charters and flight instruction.

◆ BOEHR PRINTP.O. Box 72 (419) 358-1350 or (419) [email protected] or [email protected] Print is a family-owned and operated print shop, producing quality printing of letter-head, envelopes, cards, forms and newsletters. Digital printing is available; projects designed by you or our staff. Ask about pickup and delivery.

DOTY’S AUTO REPAIR180 E. Jefferson St. (419) [email protected]

◆ DRIVE TIME DRIVING INSTRUCTION, LLC505 E. Jefferson St. (419) 424-0112www.Drivetimedriving.comDrive Time Driving Instruction, LLC, provides quality, convenient and comfortable driver’s education for new drivers with classes offered in Bluffton and Findlay.

◆ GLIDESLOPE AVIATION1080 Navajo Dr. (803) [email protected]

JOHN’S BODY SHOP200 Lake Dr. (419) 358-1200

◆ KIRTLAND’S AUTO REPAIR & AUTO SALES302 N. Main St. (419) 358-9340 or (419) [email protected] are your local hometown auto repair and auto sales business. Serving the Bluffton area for over 40 years. Contact Kirtland’s for profes-sional service or when you are looking for that mid-priced auto.

LEIBER GARAGE130 Vance St. (419) 358-7006

◆ KEN LUGIBIHL AUTO & TRUCK SALES141 State Route 103 (419) 358-0745

◆ LUGIBIHL SPRAY SERVICE6705 Tom Fett Rd. (419) [email protected] are committed to providing our customers with the products and services they need to grow the best lawns and crops possible.

◆ MCDANIEL’S TROPHIES205 Heather Lane, Pandora (419) 384-3829

103 STORAGE450 State Route 103 (419) 358-1033

◆ POST PRINTING205 W. Fourth St., Minster, 45865www.postprinting.com

◆ PROMOHITS! LTD.141B N. Main St. (419) [email protected]! is a promotional marketing com-pany providing a variety of ways to promote your company’s brand. We combine time-tested promotional techniques while incorporating the latest innovative trends and products. Promo-Hits is a certified woman-owned business.

◆ RODABAUGH SERVICES101½ W. College Ave.

◆ STRATTON AUTO SALES, INC. & MAIN STREET RENTALS220 N Main St. (419) 358-1900www.carcountryoflima.comFor over 20 years we have been a small family-owned and operated automobile dealership offering a nice selection of pre-owned cars, trucks and vans. It is our goal to make your automobile buying experience stress-free and uncomplicated. Contact our full-service repair shop for all of your auto maintenance needs. Main Street Rentals provides a great selection of cars, mini-vans and 12-15 passenger vans for your rental needs!

SUPER WASH INC.445 State Route 103 (419) 358-7802

◆ TOMMY TIRE SALES AND TOMMY’S TRAILER SALES319 N. Main St. (567) 226-1081www.tommytiresales.comSpecializing in tires covering passenger, light truck, semi and farm, we operate three service trucks and offer wholesale pricing for dealers. Also, we are now handling utility trailers and carports.

UNIVERSAL U-STOR-IT158 E. College Ave. (419) 358-1640

VILLAGE LAUNDRY303 N. Main St.

INSURANCEDoing Business in Bluffton

GENERAL SERVICES



◆ CLEANING MAID EASY BY REBECCA HASTING391 W. Elm St. 419-302-6359

◆ THE CURLING IRON129 N. Main St. (419) [email protected] goal is to provide the highest quality salon services, involving not only your outward appearance, but also mind and spirit, in a friendly and inviting team environment.

◆ RUTH EVERETT’S HEALING TOUCHES, LLC195 Garmatter St. (419) 358-2767 or (419) 230-3014www.tapintoselfhealing.com Licensed massage therapist and EFT practitioner using many modalities to clear energetic block-ages that cause stress and pain. Releasing these blockages from the mind and body results in letting the body heal to achieve pain-free living.

◆ HAIR EMPORIUM217 S. Main St. (419) 358-9074Enjoy a unique experience of sight and sound with a highly professional artist and a true master of the trade. The Where for Hair!

PERSONAL SERVICES

HAIR QUARTERS105 E. Elm St., Suite G (419) 369-4375

◆ POLISHED NAILS AND BODY SALON417 N. Main St. (419) 337-1298Polished offers a unique blend of comfort, convenience and cleanliness. Our services include: nails, pedicures, manicures, waxing, facials, tanning and mystic tan. At Polished you will leave looking and feeling your best!

JOY STEMEN, LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST(419) 371-1298

◆ STONEY’S BARBERSHOP125 N. Main St. (419) 358-0552

◆ TOUCH OF SUN TANNING324 N. Main St. (419) 358-9155Find us on Facebook Visit us on Facebook at touchofsunbluffton.Now under new ownership. We’re your local tanning and hair salon offering tanning pack-ages, a variety of tanning lotions and monthly specials.

◆ VILLAGE CUT & CURL212 Cherry St. (419) 358-7593Find us on Facebook Village Cut & Curl is a family hair care salon. We specialize in color and highlights. We carry Paul Mitchell, Matrix and ISO products. Visit us for all your hair care needs.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES


◆ THE BLUFFTON VETERINARY HOSPITAL & PET CARE CENTER70 State Route 103 (419) 358-2916 www.blufftonvet.netExplore The Bluffton Veterinary Hospital & Pet Care Center. Offering your dogs and cats a quality veterinary, grooming and boarding experience.

◆ CHILES-LAMN FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES239 S. Main St. (419) 358-2051

◆ COMM3 CREATIVE INC.20675 Township Road 52 (419) [email protected]’re your local resource for creative services in Bluffton, including everything from logos, brochures and newsletters to illustration, direct mail, advertising and more. We bring over 25 years of experience serving clients from Fortune 500 corporations to small local businesses.

◆ SAMUEL W. DILLER CO., LPA/BLACKHOOF TITLE AGENCY138 N. Main St. (419) 358-5606

FORGET-ME-NOT PHOTOGRAPHY199 Huber St. (419) 358-7222

◆ INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE OF INTEGRATIVE MEDICINEP.O. Box 271, 105 Vine St. (419) 358-0273www.icimed.comICIM organizes medical meetings across the country, which help physicians qualify for con-tinuing medical education credits in integrative medicine.

◆ JB NETWORKS INC.3720 Twp. Road 27 (419) 234-7295www.jbnetworksinc.comJB Networks provides IT support to businesses throughout Northwest Ohio. We offer onsite support of PCs, servers, camera and phone systems.

◆ JOHN WAGNER AGENCY, NATIONWIDE INSURANCE105 N. Main St. (419) [email protected] and service of all lines of insurance for over 30 years.

◆ WEBB INSURANCE AGENCY, INC.138 N. Main St. (419) [email protected] us on Facebook Serving the greater Bluffton area for over 30 years, we are your Hometown Independent Insurance Agency. We specialize in home, auto, farms, life, health and commercial. Contact us today for your free insurance analysis.




REAL ESTATE & HOUSING

BLUFFTON ARMS APARTMENTSCounty Line Road

◆ R.J. BOEHR SITE SEEKER111 Vine St. (419) 358-1336

CHARTER REALTY20471 Township Road 56 (419) 231-1823

◆ PHIL COLE REAL ESTATE & AUCTION CO.168 Geiger St. (419) 358-5528Steve Slaughterbeck

◆ MONTROSE SQUARE APARTMENTS405 County Line Road (419) 225-2919Furnished studios and unfurnished one-bed-room apartments. Good location. All electric.

PREMIER PROPERTIES320 N. Main St. (419) [email protected]

◆ RILEY VIEW APARTMENTS115 E. College Ave. (419) 358-4616Riley View Apartments provides housing for seniors 62 and older or disabled of any age. Rents are income based. Call for additional information.

◆ ALISON KING DESIGNS507 Greding St. (419) [email protected]

◆ R.D. NEFF & ASSOCIATES122 N. Jackson St. (419) 358-8765Serving the community since 1987, our reputation has been built upon service, quality and attention to detail. As your hometown architect, we empower people to turn their vision into reality.

PLANET LAMA LLC, CAMELID VETERINARY SERVICES19914 County Road 12 (419) 722-3074

◆ PROFIT IN AG, LLC18561 Township Road 52

◆ RODABAUGH LAW OFFICE147 N. Main St. (419) 358-9449

◆ PS EDITORIAL SERVICESP.O. Box 165 (419) 348-5329pseditorialservices@gmail.comwww.pseditorialservices.netPaula Pyzik Scott editor. Freelance copy editing, proofreading, webcontent management and english as a second language (Esl) services.

◆ SANTA GAINEY916 Christopher Circle, Ada(419) [email protected] Gainey, owner. Appearances at small parties and large gatherings. ◆ STRATTON CONSULTING SERVICES554 S. Main St. (419) 358-2133Provides marketing, advertising and fund- raising services to small businesses and non-profits.

WorkingTogether forYour FinancialFuture

Mark W AllimanFinancial Advisor.

107 South Main StreetBluffton, OH 45817419-358-2622www.edwardjones.com

Like a goodneighborState Farmis there.

Ed ReichenbachState Farm Insurance341 S. Main StreetBlu�ton, OH 45817419-358-7781

Auto, Home, Life, & More.


◆ TIME STAFFING, INC.1100 Croy Dr., Unit A, Findlay (419) 425-9501www.timestaffinginc.comDedicated to changing the lives of the people we encounter by bridging the employment gap between candidate and client through a philoso-phy of matching the right people, the right way, every time.

◆ SMITH’S REALTY PROFESSIONALS, INC.147 N. Main St. (419) 358-1177www.smith-realty.comBuying a home, selling your house, or needing to know what your home is worth? Our qualified professional real estate agents can help. Call us today!

◆ VANCE STREET APARTMENTS137 Vance Street (419) 358-7795Senior living for 55 and over or mobility impaired. One bedroom and efficiency apartments. On-site management, laundry and elevator. Off-street parking. Pets allowed with some restrictions.

111 Vine StreetBlu�ton, OH 45817

419-358-6886

R. J. Boehr Co.



◆ ADVOCARE2670 Begg Road, Columbus Grove (567) 204-8555www.advocare.com/12084703Advocare offers a proven business opportunity and world-class nutritional products. Advocare offers answers for every lifestyle from weight loss, increased energy, overall health and per-formance products.

◆ DAMSEL IN DEFENSE21969 County Road 12 (419) 351-5815www.mydamselpro.net/GEN/Company mission is to equip, empower, educate women about self defense. Home parties available.

◆ SCENTSY17866 TR 182, Arlington(419) [email protected]

◆ LIA SOPHIA350 S. Main St. (419) 957-6325www.liasophia.com/kendranickellia sophia is fashion jewelry brought to you as a fun home party. Gather your girlfriends and enjoy all that lia sophia has to offer. The jewelry you love...the prices you can afford...all with a lifetime replacement guarantee!

MICHE PURSES6970 Tom Fett Road (419) 236-8958

◆ PAMPERED CHEF19757 County Road 12 (419) 721-3322www.pamperedchef.biz/jeanludwigQuality kitchen tools that have at least one year guarantee! Makes your life easier getting food prepared. Call me to order or book your own party to earn free and discounted products!

◆ SIGNATURE HOMESTYLES11360 Phillips Road

◆ TASTEFULLY SIMPLE612 S. Main St. (419) 348-4196An American home tasting company featuring easy-to-prepare foods and gifts, which require two items or less to prepare. I do in-home shows and catalog parties as well as freezer meal workshops.

◆ A TO Z PORTION CONTROL MEATS, INC.201 N. Main St. (419) 358-2926

◆ DIAMOND MANUFACTURING OF BLUFFTON505 East Jefferson St. (419) 358-0129www.Diamondmb.comWe specialize in metalworking, design, fabrication, production and assembly, providing solutions to a wide array of manufacturers– large and small–and are a dependable and comprehensive source for your metalworking production needs.

◆ DTR INDUSTRIES, INC.320 Snider Road (419) 358-2121www.dtroh.comA world-class Tier 1 and 2 automotive supplier of anti-vibration products.

GROB SYSTEMS1070 Navajo Dr. (419) 358-9015

◆ NORTHWEST INSTALLATIONS, INC.AND INDUSTRIAL MOVERS, INC.1903 Blanchard Ave., Findlay (419) 423-5738Provides crane services and rigging, industrial moving, fabrication and installation.

◆ OMEGA MECHANICAL DESIGN INC.801 N. Main St. (419) 358-4449

PEERLESS OHIO GLOVE CO.327 N. Main St. (419) 358-6896

◆ THE POWELL COMPANY3255 St. Johns Road, Lima

◆ SATIN TOUCH SPECIALTY SERVICE1926 Queenswood, Findlay (419) 348-2107Commercial and industrial cleaning and janitorial services.

◆ TOWER AUTOMOTIVE18717 County Road 15 (419) 358-8966www.towerinternational.comWe are a Tier 1 supplier to the automotive industry and producer of steel structural parts and suspension components. TS16949 certified, Q1, ISO 14001.

HOME-BASED BUSINESSES

CELEBRATION

HEALTHASSOCIATION

OFFeel Better!

Terry Chappell, M.D.

419-358-4627 or 800-788-4627Blu�ton, OH

www.healthcelebration.com

Combine the best from Alternative and Conventional Medicine • Saving a Million Hearts - let yours be one that we aim to save! • Wonderful pain relief with cold laser, acupuncture or prolotherapy • Smoothbeam laser for cystic acne and rosacea • Improve energy, clear up “brain fog”

Call to set up a free phone consultation to see if we are likely to be able to help you.


INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING

DTR Industries, Inc.

A proud member of

the Bluffton community

Now a division ofMarbee Inc.

Serving Bluffton and thesurrounding area.

We offer:FLYERS

BROCHURESBUSINESS CARDS

NEWSLETTERS

2703 N. Main St.Findlay, OH 45840

(419) [email protected]

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Where to find us!Bluffton is 40 degrees and 54 minutes north of the equator and 83 degrees and 54 minutes west of Greenwich. The vil-lage's highest point at the town hall is 840 feet above sea level.

38 Bluffton Airport37 Bluffton Baptist Church36 Bluffton Child Development Cntr.12 Bluffton Community Swimming Pool16 Bluffton Elementary/Middle School11 Bluffton Family Recreation (BFR)18 Bluffton High School34 Bluffton Hospital26 Bluffton Presbyterian Church24 Bluffton Public Library41 Bluffton Stone Company5 Bluffton University3 Bluffton University Nature Preserve10 Buckeye Park13 The Centre31 Comfort Inn29 Diamond Manufacturing7 DTR23 English Lutheran Church 19 First Mennonite Church20 First United Methodist Church39 Grob35 Harmon Field 1 Maple Crest Senior Living Community15 Maple Grove Cemetery6 Mennonite Memorial Home9 Missionary Church22 National Quarry (Cobb Lake)32 "Restaurant Row"25 Riley View Apartments2 Riverbend33 Southgate Lanes17 St. John’s United Church of Christ 8 St. Mary’s Catholic Church30 Tower Automotive21 Town Hall14 Tri-County Assembly of God28 Vance Street Apartments27 Velasquez Bluffton Mural40 Village Park4 Willow Ridge

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Award Winning Heath CareSmall Town Hospitality

Bluffton Hospital has been ranked in the top

10% of hospitals in the nation for patient

satisfaction in overall medical care, overall

surgical care and overall hospital care by

national ratings organization CareChex.*

Also, again this year, Bluffton Hospital has

been named one of only 44 inpatient hospi-

tals in the United States, and one of only six

hospitals in Ohio, to receive the 2012 Press

Ganey Summit Award

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for patient satisfaction!

The Press Ganey Summit Award is given to

health care facilities across the nation that

sustain the highest level of customer satis-

faction for three or more consecutive years.

According to Press Ganey Associates, Inc.,

Bluffton Hospital has ranked in the 99th

percentile nationally for inpatient satisfaction

for more than six consecutive years.

Bluffton Hospital Offers:24-hour Emergency Care

Cardio-Pulmonary Services

Dietetics/Nutrition

Digital Mammography

Intensive/Critical Care

Imaging & Radiology

Inpatient Medical/Surgical Care

Lab Services

Obstetrics (Labor & Delivery)

Occupational Therapy

Pain Treatment

Physical Therapy/Sports Medicine

Physician Specialists’ Clinics

Social Services

General & Specialty Surgery

Same Day/Outpatient Surgery

Social Services

Speech Therapy/Audiology

Women’s Health

Wound Care

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access our mobile

web site!*419.358.9010 bvhealthsystem.org 139 Garau St., Bluffton

EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE....

• Skilled Nursing Care• Rehab featuring private rooms• Assisted Living in spacious studio & 1 bedroom apartments• Independent Living apartments featuring 1 & 2 bedroom �oor plans• Duplex homes designed for a maintenance free retirement lifestyle• Home Health & in-home supportive services

Willow Ridge101 Willow Ridge Dr.Blu�on419-358-1015

A LIFE ENRICHED BY FRIENDSHIP, SPONTANEITY AND COMMUNITY.Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio o�ers the small town approach to “neighbor caring for neighbor.” We are here when you need us to o�er:

MennoniteMemorial Home410 W. ElmBlu�on419-358-1015

Maple Crest700 Maple Crest CourtBlu�on419-358-1015

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Hilty Home304 Hilty Dr.Pandora419-384-3218

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