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Drew Montgomery puts the finishing touches on a Main Street Bluffton lawn. Who would have guessed we'd still be mowing lawns in August?

Bluffton Public Library is going to the dogs this month.

During the first week of August, the staff offered a variety of family activities during the “dog days of summer” at Bluffton Public Library.

On Saturday, Aug.10, at 10:30 a.m., Tango, a certified therapy dog, and her owner, Angela Schimmel, will make a guest appearance in the children’s area.  All ages are welcome to meet Tango and learn more about therapy dogs. Youngsters may take turns reading some of her favorite stories to her.

The Bluffton High School cheerleaders recently placed third at the Wood County Fair cheerleading competition, according to Hannah Slechter, coach. 

This was their first of six competitions. Next they will compete at Country Cheer Fest on Saturday, Aug. 10.

It's not fall yet, but plans are underway for the 10th annual Bluffton Fall Festival planned on Saturday, Sept. 28.

A facebook page is now in place with information. Watch the Icon for more details coming. 

Click here to visit the fall festival facebook page.

Christian recording artist, JJ Heller, will be performing live in concert at Pandora Missionary Church Sunday, Sept. 1, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door. VIP Passes for a meet and greet with the artist, photos, autographs, and refreshments are an additional $5.

“We are absolutely thrilled to be bringing someone of this caliber to the area,” said Joanna Gratz, member of the Fellowship Board at Pandora Missionary Church.

The Bluffton/Pandora Youth for Christ Campus Life will hold a chicken barbecue from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, prior to the Bluffton vs. Pandora-Gilboa football scrimmage. The barbecue is at the Arthur-Lugibihl Community Center in Pandora.

Tickets are $7 and includes chicken, green beans, potato and roll.

For tickets contact:

• Hannah Slechter 419-236-5281
• Or David Glick 567-204-9777
Dine In or Carry Out. Desserts and drinks will be available for purchase.

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