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Check out special and regular programs including Holiday Dulcimer Music, Crafternoons, Movies in the Stacks, "Let's Skate" Watercolor Workshop, Open Chess and Hummin' & Strummin'

Provided by Bluffton Public Library

SANTA’S FIRE TRUCK
The Bluffton Fire Department is helping Santa get his sleigh ready for his annual trip around the world. While he is in town, Santa and the Bluffton Fire Department are coming to visit the library! Join us on Tue., Dec. 10 at 6:00 p.m. for a FREE night filled with reading, stories, and crafts. Register online, at the library front desk, or by call 419-358-5016 by December 9. Space is limited.

HOLIDAY DULCIMER MUSIC
The Riley Creek Strummers will be performing Holiday Dulcimer Music on Tue., Dec. 10 at 1:00 p.m. on the main floor of the Bluffton Public Library. Light refreshments provided by The Friends of the Bluffton Public Library.

NOON BOOK GROUP (R)
Meets Wed., Jan. 8, the group will discuss Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Stop by the library front desk to register and pick up the book, and to receive email information on other exciting opportunities!   CONTINUES ▶︎

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Submitted by Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church

A special Advent service will be held on Wednesday evening, December 11, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 301 North Main Street, Jenera.

The theme is" Tree of Christmas--The Trees of Promise and Life."  The readings are: Isaiah 111:1-10, 2 Samuel 7:8-19, Matthew 1:1-17, Genesis 3:16-24, John 20:30-31 and Revelation 22:1-5. 

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Submitted by Et Cetera Inc.

Click to enlarge photo. L-R) Book Reviews:  Jim Enneking, Joyce Daniels, Danielle Hodges, Tim Byers, Lori Nester. Ten Thousand Villages: Jim Enneking, Lowell Hostetler, Wendy Chappell-Dick, Tim Byers, Lori Nester, Ray Raeburn.

On December 3, ribbon cuttings were held at Bluffton’s Ten Thousand Villages and Book Reviews Et Cetera as part of 50th anniversary celebrations by Et Cetera Inc., which is also the parent company of the Et Cetera thrift store.

Most noticeably, Ten Thousand Villages has a new awning on the 115 S Main St, Bluffton storefront. Also in 2024, the retailer also received a new floor, lighting, paint and signs. In the renovation process, a mural painted by Beth Boehr in 2000 was uncovered. The artwork shows a map marking the country of origin of many products, along with pictures showing the diversity of artisans who benefit from the sales at Ten Thousand Villages. The mural is now restored for shoppers to enjoy.

Book Reviews, 123 S Main St, has a new checkout counter, back room floor and kitchenette, and renovated bathroom and processing area. Volunteers painted the space with a new color scheme and artist Carolyn Hodges created a mural showing the fantasy world of books. 

These makeovers follow on the heels of a major facility project for the Et Cetera Shop, 327 N Main St. In 2018, Et Cetera Shop purchased the old glove factory on Main Street Bluffton. Over the next 12-14 months, the thrift store got a major upgrade, offering its customers a large boutique-style shopping experience. The renovation cost a total of $750,000. 

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From the American Red Cross; First Mennonite Blood Drive December 12 

As holiday celebrations continue into December, the American Red Cross encourages donors to keep the blood supply top of mind by giving blood or platelets this month.

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Provided by Ohio State Highway Patrol

ORANGE TOWNSHIP – The Findlay Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on December 5, 2024, at approximately 6:22 A.M.  The crash occurred on Interstate 75 southbound on the exit ramp to State Route 103 in Orange Township, Hancock County.  

Joshua Little, age 42, of Wapakoneta, Ohio was operating a 2009 Chevrolet HHR on Interstate 75 southbound at the exit for State Route 103, when it became disabled on the right shoulder. Mr. Little got out of his vehicle and walked south on the exit ramp to State Route 103 from Interstate 75. Michael Rahrig, age 64, from Findlay Ohio was operating a 2016 Ford Edge, and exited onto the southbound exit ramp to State Route 103 from Interstate 75, and struck Mr. Little walking up the ramp.  

Mr. Little was pronounced deceased on scene, and there were no injuries to Mr. Rahrig. Mr. Little was transported to the Lucas County Coroners office. The exit ramp to State Route 103 southbound was closed for approximately one hour, and is now open.  

The Patrol was assisted on scene by Bluffton Police Department, Bluffton EMS, HANCO EMS, Ohio Department of Transportation, R and A Towing, and D and D Towing.

The crash remains under investigation.   

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On Saturday, Dec 7, Jacomet's Martial Arts will be hosting a self-defense class for the community from 10:00-11:00 a.m. The business is located on the lower level of 121 S Main St.

There are no prior skills, training or athleticism required for this session.

The class is intended for adults, but you may attend with and supervise your child (age 7+).

The cost is $10/person, cash (in exact amount), check or Venmo/Paypal (with $2 service fee).

Doors will open 15 min prior to class.

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