Plus, gardening, dulcimers, writing, crafts, poetry, book group and a sock drive

One of the busiest months of the year is one week away, as the Bluffton Public Library announces its November programming/

The annual Holiday Gift Silent Auction begins at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 1, and ends Nov. 22 at 5 p.m.  This is a great place to check some gifts off your holiday gift list and benefit your library (and community) at the same time. Each package has a “Buy Now” price, as well as a minimum start bid. Anonymous bidding is available upon request.

Bluffton Public Library's annual Haunted Library Fun House is back! During trick-or-treating hours on Thursday, Oct. 26 from 6-7:30 p.m., take a break and visit the library to check out the Haunted Library Fun House and other family-friendly activities!

Bluffton Public Library's annual fundraiser, the Holiday Gift Silent Auction, will begin November 1.

Still thinking about donating but haven't gotten around to it? Good news - there is still time!

The library will accept donations through Weds, October 18. Please include your name, business/organization name and contact info, and fair market value of your donation.

Pumpkin Painting, a children’s art lesson led by Janette Reineke, is on Thurs, Oct 19 at 3:30 p.m.

Children ages 7-11 will have the opportunity to paint styrofoam 3-D pumpkins.

Advance registration is required, as space is limited, and the cost is $6 at the door (cash only please).

Bring your  utilities bills to BPL for our "Bring Your Bill" event on Oct. 18. Walk in anytime during the program's 5-7 p.m. time slot. 

Zachary Hoffman, a Public Information Officer for the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio will be available to answer questions and provide resources at his table that will be set up on our main floor. 

PUCO's mission is "to assure Ohioans adequate, safe and reliable public utility services at a fair price." (www.PUCO.ohio.gov.)

Transition Bluffton will be presenting an Info Session at the library on Tuesday, October 17 at 6:30 p.m. to let us know what they are all about (hint: conversation and events to promote resilience and sustainability)!  This is a new group forming in our area - come, have refreshments, and find out more about it!

Refreshments provided courtesy of Transition Bluffton.

Please register by Thurs, Oct 12 to help us know how many to set up for.

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