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Krysti Schey with students

Krysti's Music Studio, South Main Street, Bluffton, is accepting new students for fall classes, which start the week of Aug. 27.
"We provide lessons in piano, guitar, voice, violin, theory, and composition." said Krysti Schey, studio owner. "We believe that music lessons are an enriching experience for students of all ages, and we are passionate about providing fun, yet quality lessons tailored to each student's individual needs. Included in the lesson program are group lessons and multiple opportunities for performing."

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It's Christmas at missElaineous, Bluffton's QVC store, 417 N. Main St. The store is stocked with lots of Christmas items including:
o Bethlehem Lights Christmas trees, swags and centerpieces,
o Holiday decore by Valeria Paettill,
o Christmas ornaments,
o Battery-operated twigs,
o Battery operated garland, and more to come.
The business phone number is 419-358-0001.

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Bluffton's Et Cetera Shop, 111 S. Main St., will hold a "back to school sale," from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 4. The sale features a "kid's overflowing clothing sale," Chrissy Lugibihl, store manager, told The Icon.
All clothing is $1 each, or $7 for a bag. The sale will be set up in the alley between Et Cetera and Edward Jones.
Et Cetera reminds Icon viewers to check out the children's book sale at Book Reviews, 123 S. Main St., will be be held during the Aug. 4 sale hours.

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Story and photos by Donald Ring, Icon intern
Whether it's pork chops for the summer barbecue, meat and cheese trays for that office party or just looking to get a lunch sub on the go, The Dough Hook, 117 N. Main St. is the perfect spot for all your meat, bakery and deli needs.

As Sharon and John Calvelage, owners, explain, owning their own store has always been a dream of theirs. 

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Steve Swank of S&K Mower, 9280 Dixie Highway, Bluffton, is offering a "Drought Sale on Mowers," this month.
During the sale, S&K Mower is offering up to 35 percent off mowers including Snapper and Simplicity.
Store hours are Mondays through Fridays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to noon.
In addition to his Drought Sale, Swank offers this service tip: "A dull mower blade raises fuel consumption and opens your grass to more diseases. Contact us about sharpening your blades."
S& K Mower's phone number is 419-358-7638.

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Image Consultants of Findlay remind Icon viewers that mammagrams are annual. You may schedule yours today by calling 419-423-5323.
Imaging Consultants of Findlay is a full service team of professional physicians dedicated to specializing in diagnostic services as well as interventional procedures. Our extensive experience and knowledge
brings unmatched excellence in radiology services including:
o Mammography,
o Biopsy,
o Kyphoplasty,
o MRI,
o CAT Scan,
o PET/CT Scans,
o Diagnostic X-Rays,
o Ultrasounds,

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