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Bluffton Family Recreation will hold a community Halloween party (non-scary) from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 23, according to Carole Enneking, BFR director.

The event includes games, crafts and snacks.

"Bring your family and friends to the free non-scary event," she said. "Costume judging takes place at 3 p.m. Prizes will be offered.

Several events are on the village calendar in October.

Oct. 4 - Annextion hearing for North Dixie Highway area, 10 a.m., Allen County Commissioner's Meeting Room, third floor of Allen County Courthouse, Lima.

Oct. 10 - Hydrant flushing

Oct. 13 - Village Planning Commission considers final development plans for Mennonite Memorial Home Green Houses Planned Unit Development. Council will hold a hearing on the commission's actions at 8:30 p.m., Monday, Oct. 24.

A good place to miss

Here's the cover of "A Good Place To Miss," being released Oct. 8 at The Icon's second anniversary party at Common Grounds. Read the story for details or buy the book now.

Bluffton school events for October are now available on the Icon.

For an October elementary school calendar click here.

For an October middle school calendar click here.

Medicare open enrollment periods have changed according to information from the Bluffton Senior Citizens Center. Persons may now make adjustments or change their Part D plans from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7.

Bob Painter is a certified OSHIIP counselor and is available to provide assistance to persons with questions. He is available at the Bluffton Senior Citizens Center by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call the Center at 419-358-8971for an appointment.

Two community meals are planned in October by the Bluffton Inner-Church Board. Both meals are free and open to the public.

On Thursday, Oct. 6, the meal is sponsored by Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio.

On Thursday, Oct. 20, the meal is sponsored by St. John's United Church of Christ.

Donations are accepted and go to the Bluffton food pantry.

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