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Let's polka!

6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 13, at the public library; call to register your spot on the floor
Posted by Fred Steiner on October 9, 2016 - 9:43pm

Let’s polka!

Bluffton Public Library opens a new chapter in its history on Thursday with a polka party.

The library staff invites patrons to a polka party at 6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 13, in the lower level of the library.

Elaine Wehri, local realtor, auctioneer and accordion player, will keep the party moving. In addition to live music there will be food, games and lots of other activities.

The library asks persons planning to attend to register. Call the library at 419-358-5016 or visit the library at 145 S. Main St.

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Here's October's library calendar

Posted by Fred Steiner on October 5, 2016 - 1:37pm

There's lots going on at the Bluffton Public Library in October. Here's a printer-friendly copy of the October events calendar.

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Library says: "Take a hike"

Saturday, Oct. 8, at The Quarry Farm Nature Preserve, rural Pandora
Posted by Fred Steiner on October 3, 2016 - 3:58pm

Bluffton Public Library wants its patrons to take a hike - and the library staff means it.

Actually, it's a guide hike. It's at 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 8, at The Quarry Farm Nature Preserve, 14321 Road 7L, Pandora. A rain date is Oct. 22.

The family-friendly event will include an approximately one-hour guided hike on the preserve.

Persons attending can visit farm animals, and will be followed by refreshments at the shelterhouse, courtesy of The Quarry Farm.

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Friday Photo Challenge - only at the Bluffton Public Library

Take a photo, post it, tag it and watch it go!
Posted by Fred Steiner on October 2, 2016 - 8:33pm

The Bluffton Public Library staff enjoys seeing its patrons having fun.

The staff created yet another way to have fun. It's called Friday Photo Challenge.

Here's how it works:

Patrons may participate every Friday in October for a photo finish of the week.
1 - Take a photo
2 -post it on your social media profiles, and
3 - tag the library's profile, #weheartbluffton, and #fridayphoto.

If you don't have a photo-capable phone the staff will snap a picture of you to share directly to the library's social media.

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Look at all these October programs at the public library

Paws 2 Read, dulcimers, chill zone, tutor me paperless, adult book discussion, storytimes, the list is endless
Posted by Fred Steiner on September 29, 2016 - 3:45pm

Here's a list of events taking place in October at the Bluffton Public Library. To register for any program or for more details e-mail: [email protected], or call the library at 419-358-5016.

Come “Paws 2 Read” with Teddy the therapy dog on Saturdays, Oct. 1 and 15, at 10 a.m.  Teddy loves hearing stories or just getting a friendly cuddle. This program supports literacy, the humane treatment of animals, and healthy stress relief practices. No registration required.

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Alice Essinger wins library adult spelling bee

Posted by Fred Steiner on September 29, 2016 - 3:06pm

Alice Essinger is the winner of the second annual Adult Spelling Bee held recently by the Bluffton Public Library.

Runners-up were Gail Clingerman, Arlene Garmatter and Paula Scott.

The contestants helped raise money for children’s programs, and in doing so, supported early literacy in Bluffton and its surrounding area.

Next year's spelling bee will include a family theme.  
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