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Juneteenth now a federal holiday

Posted by Paula Scott on June 17, 2022 - 8:25am

On Monday, June 20, you might be surprised to find that many public offices–and the Bluffton Public Library–are closed for Juneteenth. This is a new federal holiday, created on June 17, 2021.

The name is short for “June Nineteenth,” the day in 1865 when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to ensure the freeing of enslaved people. In 1979, Texas made Juneteenth an official holiday, becoming the first state to do so.

Looking for ways to explore and celebrate Juneteenth? Here are some events in our region and nearby:

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June 17 Festival of Wheels: Relax and enjoy

Posted by Paula Scott on June 16, 2022 - 6:00am

The Bluffton Lions Club Festival of Wheels is presenting its 54th annual Festival of Wheels Cruise-In on Friday, June 17. The car, truck, tractor, golf cart, fire engine, motorcycle and Cushman show takes place right down Main and Cherry Streets, which are closed to traffic.

The show attracts serious enthusiasts and those who simply dream of driving down the road in something more glamorous that the family minivan or grocery toter.

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POSTPONED: The Usual Suspects at Roots by Strattons

Posted by Paula Scott on June 15, 2022 - 1:26pm

UPDATE; This event has been postoned due to the heat advisory on June 15.

Roots by Strattons, 111 S. Main has announced:

The Usual Suspects will be playing in the alley on [TBA]. Jonah Agner, the owner of Greenhorn, will provide food for purchase. 

Bring a lawn chair, grab a coffee from the Twisted Whisk Cafe or popcorn from Shirley's Popcorn. We hope to see you there!

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Swiss Day to be celebrated June 19

Posted by Staff on June 15, 2022 - 7:20am

After a two year wait, the Swiss Community Historical Society is inviting members to the annual Swiss Day at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday June 19 at the Ebenezer Mennonite Church.

Individuals can renew their membership or join the society at the meeting.

There will be a carry-in meal and annual business meeting. Attendees should bring their own meal service and food to share. (This is different from past years, when one cold and one hot dish was requested.)

The invitation reads: "Everyone is invited, young and old! Enjoy an old fashioned pot-luck style meal."

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Open House for Dr. David Houston

Posted by Staff on June 13, 2022 - 2:28pm

Pandora Family Physicians, Inc. will honor Dr. David Houston on the occasion of his retirement from the medical practice, where he has served patients for 40 years.

An open house will be held 10:00 a.m.-noon on July 23 at the office at 202 Hilty Dr, Pandora, Ohio.

 

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Sept 24 Bluffton Fall Festival planning underway

Posted by Paula Scott on June 13, 2022 - 10:02am

Planning for the Bluffton Fall Festival–the biggest event in Bluffton geographically speaking–has started. September 24, 2022 is the date.

Fall Festival has been an area attraction since 2004 and always includes plenty of free fun for families including an antique tractor show, inflatables, farm animals, face painting, etc. 

Purchases and fees have included food and drinks, as well as crafts.

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