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Bluffton Public Library will host a local author signing event on Thursday, Dec. 1, at 6:30 p.m. Fred Steiner will be on hand to discuss his newly published book, "A Good Place to Miss - Bluffton Stories 1900-1975."

Bluffton December night

A little Photoshop magic and suddenly Main Street's holiday lights take on a special appearance.

Six Bluffton Middle School students were named students of the month for October.

6th Grade
Allison Wise is the daughter of Chad and Heidi Wise, Bluffton and Shanda Wright, Lima. Allison is a member of the BMS choir. She plays volleyball and is a cheerleader. She attend Lincoln Park Church and is in their youth group.

Braeden Edwards is the son of Steve and Lauren Edwards of Bluffton. Braeden plays basketball, football, and baseball. He is a member of the BMS choir. He has a BFR membership and attends First United Methodist Church in Bluffton.

Here's the high and low temperatures for the past seven days from Guy Verhoff, Pandora weather observer.

Date High Low Prec

Nov. 22 46 37 1.17
Nov. 23 51 36
Nov. 24 48 36
Nov. 25 60 42
Nov. 26 64 49
Nov. 27 59 39 0.62
Nov. 28 40 35 0.46

Bluffton Public Library's December calendar is now available for Icon viewers.

December is a month of several holiday-related events including a visit from Santa from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Dec. 10. Holiday music will be peformed Monday, Dec. 5 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 10, from noon to 1 p.m. and Monday, Dec. 12 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Lots of holiday related activities are planned at the Bluffton Senior Citizens Center this month, according to Tonya Meyers, director.

The Center will hold extended shopping hours: Mondays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. until the weekend of Christmas.

Peanut brittle is available while the supply lasts. The Bluffton-made candy is available at the Center for $5 a pound. Another Christmas gift idea are Bluffton playing cards, based on historical photos representing Bluffton. Decks are $10 each, while supplies last.

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