National American Teddy Bear Day “A teddy bear does not depend upon mechanics to give him the semblance of life.  He is loved – and therefore he lives.”  Pam Brown

Amy Janecek, the Ashland County Elder Benefit Specialist will be here for a Q&A session about Medicare Parts C & D.  The Friends of the Library will be our hosts and serve refreshments.

National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day “The fridge is a clear example that what matters is on the inside.”

National Button Day “Most everything in Grandma’s house had a story, but the basket was full of them!  The basket contained buttons . . . all sizes, shapes, colors, and kinds.”  Arlet Richardson

Odd Sock Day “One can never have enough socks,” said Dumbledore.  “Another Christmas has come and gone and I didn’t get a single pair.  People will insist on giving me books.”  J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone

Apple Cider Day “October shows her pretty face, Leaves fall like they’re in a race, Apple cider, bonfires, pumpkin pies, Acorns, chestnuts and festive hayrides.”  Charmaine J. Forde

National Play Monopoly Day “I think it’s wrong that only one company makes the game Monopoly.”  Steven Wright

National Rural Health Day “A bright future for the nation depends on the health and prosperity of rural America.”  Kirsten Gillibrand