FROM BLUFFTON ICON - It's trout derby week in Bluffton.
The 75th annual Bluffton Sportsmen's Club trout derby, originally set for May 5, was moved on Sunday, June 9, due to the spring flooding in Bluffton. The derby takes place in the Buckeye.
The number one trout for this year's Trout Derby is named "Big 75" - not in reference to the nearby Interstate, but in honor of the 75th year of the Bluffton Sportmen Club's trout derby.
Derby details
Trout number one is worth thousands in cash if caught during derby hours. The jackpot is built up with $5 donations to a 50/50 drawing.
The village of Mt. Victory, hosts a wine and chocolate walk from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, June 14.
Mt. Victory merchants will offer treats while its shops are open for the walk.
Three of local wineries will be on site pouring and selling bottles of wine (Bokes Creek Winery, Rose Acres, and Bear Vine Winery).
New this year, visitors may purchase a VIP ticket (only 30 available) and get a one hour open air (weather permitting) paint and sip experience with Artist Marilyn Reed.
In addition, The Plaza Inn Catering BBQ will provide live entertainment from various acoustic performers.
The 11th annual Ada War Memorial truck pulls is set for 7 p.m., Friday, June 7, at the Ada park. Gates open at 3 p.m. and registration starts at 5 p.m. A rain date is 6 p.m., Saturday, June 8.
The following classes will run:
6500 street gas 4 x 4
6500 pro street/altered gas 4 x 4
8000 2.5/2/6 combo diesel 4 x 4
Altered semis
Tractor pulling legends
6500 stock gas 4 x 4
6500 cheater street gas 4 x 4
8000 workstock diesel
Street legal semis
9500 open
Tri-state limited hot farm
8000 stock diesel 4 x 4
Women for the Land, will hold a Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, June 11, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at OSU Spark Lab, Kenton.
The program is coordinated by representatives from American Farmland Trust, USDA/Natural Resources Conservation Service, Hardin Soil and Water Conservation District, Wyandot Soil and Water Conservation District and Ag Credit.
The topic will be Field Tile and Drainage with presentation and discussion of agricultural drainage and the benefits of field tile. Please RSVP by Friday, June 7, by calling Hardin SWCD at 419-673-7238, ext. 3. The cost for lunch is $5.
The Hancock Historical Museum will host a Victorian Tea on the front porch of the historic Hull-Flater House on Saturday, June 22, from 11a.m. t 1 p.m.
The event is for children ages 6-12 with an accompanying adult. The tea will highlight the time period of American Girl, Samantha. Guests are encouraged to bring their favorite doll and come dressed for the occasion. Participants will enjoy tea and treats served by the Victorian Ladies, while learning about proper etiquette for a Victorian tea party. And, 19th century lawn games and crafts will follow the tea.
Alger Public Library hosts Get a (Better) Job workshops, starting Saturday, June 8, from 8 - 10 a.m. These workshops will be held the second Saturday of every month.
These workshop willl cover job searching, applications and resumes, and mock interviews. They are led by Janie Risner, recruiter and Jane Wilcox, retired HR manager.
For more information, check out their website or visit the library's Facebook page.
