Bluffton Public Library will be closed Dec. 23 through Dec. 25. On Dec. 31, the library will close at 5:30 p.m. and reopen at 9:30 a.m. on Jan. 2.
The library's online catalog and digital downloads will still be available. Patrons with a valid library card in good standing may request or renew library items and download free ebooks online. For more information, visit www.blufftonpubliclibrary.org or call 419-358-5016.
Using a book as a metaphor, you could say that the final chapter of Cindy Chasse’s story as director of Bluffton Public Library concluded on Saturday.
Chasse’s last day as director of the Bluffton Public Library was Saturday, although technically she retires on Dec. 21. She held the position since September 2009.
During Chasse’s four years as director, the Bluffton Public Library survived significant budget cuts from the state. To counter those cuts Chasse developed several fundraisers to create awareness of the library’s financial needs to its patrons.
The Bluffton Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 6:30 p.m. for the purpose of hiring personnel.
The board will hold its annual organizational meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to elect officers, set the 2014 meeting schedule and approve temporary authorizations for 2014.
This December, Bluffton Public Library guests will enjoy a variety of free holiday programs designed for all ages. No registration is required.
Live holiday music performances in the "stacks" include Jim Boedicker and Ed Zickafoose on guitar from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, December 2. The Dulcimer Gatherin' will perform from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, December 9. Free refreshments will be provided, courtesy of the Friends of the Library.
Starting Nov. 9, Bluffton Public Library will be filled with more than 50 gift packages, with something for all interests, budgets and age levels. All packages will feature "buy now" prices.
Packages include numerous local business products, a Dyson vacuum, American Girl doll and book, Disney tickets, Amish B & B getaway, Dollywood tickets, Redbox, hair care, car care, camping, collectibles, restaurant and movie certificates, and much more.
