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Four ghost story talks by Fred Steiner

Posted by Staff on Monday, October 2, 2023

Ada presentation on October 19

Four ghost story talks by Fred Steiner take place in October, according to the author of the newly released “Where Bluffton’s Ghosts Sleep.”

The talks, presented with PowerPoint graphics, are open to the public on the following dates:

Thursday, Oct. 5, noon
Hancock Historical Museum, brown bag lecture
422 W. Sandusky St., Findlay

Tuesday, Oct. 17, 6 p.m.
Bluffton Public Library
145 S. Main St., Bluffton

Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2:30 p.m.
Bluffton Senior Citizens Center
132 N. Main. St., Bluffton

Thursday, Oct, 19, 7 p.m.
Ada Public Library
320 N. Main St., Ada

Additional programs may be scheduled.

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Kiwanis Halloween Parade is October 23

Posted by Paula Scott on Sunday, October 1, 2023

The Ada Icon is still collecting and posting items on the October 2023 Community Calendar. We find our information in all kinds of places, including parade floats and billboards. Send information of general public interest to [email protected].

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McDonald's digital fundraiser for high school sports on Oct. 6

Posted by Staff on Sunday, October 1, 2023

McDonald's owner-operators throughout Ohio will be raising funds for local high school athletic programs, including Ada High School, on October 6. During the High School Sports Digital Fundraiser Day, 20 percent of all sales purchased through the McDonald’s app will  be donated to local sports programs.

High School Sports Digital Fundraiser Day was created by local McDonald’s owner/operators in Ohio as a way to support the high school athletics in the communities they serve. 

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Citizens Wealth Management Group to host Social Security seminars

Posted by Paula Scott on Sunday, October 1, 2023

RSVP by October 6

Citizens Wealth Management Group (CWMG) is hosting a series of seminars regarding Social Security. During this presentation, many common questions regarding when to take it and how to structure your retirement will be addressed. It will be very informative and helpful for anyone considering their retirement goals.

These free presentations will each provide light refreshments. To RSVP call 419-358-0937 or email [email protected] by October 6, 2023.

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October 2023 at the Ada Public Library

Posted by Paula Scott on Sunday, October 1, 2023

Check out October highlights and the whole Ada Public Library calendar  for the upcoming month (attached HERE):

● New: Homeschool book group, October 11 and 18

● Fred Steiner will talk about ghost stories from Ada and Bluffton on October 18

● Pumpkin decorating on Oct. 7 at War Memorial Park, Shelter House #8 from 11 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

● Officer Penny is back for Bingo on Wednesday, October 4 at 7 p.m. 

● New staff member Keri Spencer will lead Storytime on October 10 at 6 p.m. and October 11 at 11:00 a.m.

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Tom Owen McCalla worked for Ford Motor Company

Posted by Staff on Saturday, September 30, 2023

Tom Owen McCalla, age 81, of Harrod, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023 at his residence, surrounded by his family. 

He was born on July 4, 1942, in Belle Center, Ohio to the late Hubert and Evelyn (Spencer) McCalla. On December 21, 1975 Tom married Emma Jean Shepherd and she survives in Harrod.

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