Bluffton Parks Dept. Events

Bluffton Parks Dept Iron Kid Triathlon July 24th
A triathlon is a swimming, bicycling, and running competition. Each triathlete will swim first, go directly to bicycling, and finish the competition running. NO EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY. This is a fantastic opportunity for your child to participate in an enjoyable, life-experience through athletics. Download the registration form from the city’s website at www.blufftonindiana.net and mail to the park office at 128 E Market St. Bluffton Indiana 46714 by July 21st, 2010 or stop by City Hall to pick up a form. Race date is set to start at 8:00am sharp. This event is for children ages 5-12, cost is $15 and includes a t-shirt, finishing medal, snacks, and trophies to the top 3 in each age group and gender. For questions call 824-6069 or e-mail parks@ci.bluffton.in.us . All participants must be preregistered, no race day entries.

Bluffton Parks Dept Cardboard Boat Race July 24th
Families build a boat using only cardboard and duct tape that 2 people can ride in and enter the 2010 Cardboard Boat Race held July 24th. Official rules are at the Park office and you must call 824-6069 to register by July 21st. Following the race you can relax in the pool. Admission is $2.00. Boat Construction Rules ----Boat Race Waiver---


Bluffton Parks Dept Peewee Basketball Registration this Friday July 9th
This league will begin playing August 14 and runs for 6 consecutive Saturdays. League is for boys and girls who will be entering Kindergarten through 4th grade in 2010-11 school year. Cost is $15 per child. Register on July 9, at Kehoe Pavilion at 8:00 pm then stay and watch the movie Monsters vs Aliens on the big screen. If you are interested in coaching this league please call 824-6069 to fill out an application.

Bluffton Parks Dept Dog Days of Summer Event
The Parks Department is looking for pet care services and providers to join us at Pickett’s Run on Saturday Aug 14th from 11-2pm. There is no cost to participate, just call the park office at 824-6069 to reserve a space. This event will allow you to distribute information on your services to the pet owners who visit. There will be contests, demonstrations, and giveaways.

Bluffton Parks Dept Street Fair Art Bazaar
The Parks Department is looking for adults who would like to sell their arts and crafts, such as jewelry, quilts, paintings, stain glass, mosaics etc. This event is held in the City Gym on Saturday Sept 25th from 9am-3pm. Call the Park office for more information and to register at 824-6069