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Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Bluffton - Main Library, Ossian Branch, Off Site, Virtual Library
Closing
Branches:
Bluffton - Main Library, Ossian Branch, Off Site, Virtual Library
Adult Services area of the library with WCPL logo

Try It Night: Craft Cleanup

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Parlor at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Create or try out a new craft each month. This month we will get out leftover supplies from crafts over the past few years and you can try out a few that you might have missed or create something new from the supplies.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Parlor
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create or try out a new craft each month. This month we will get out leftover supplies from crafts over the past few years and you can try out a few that you might have missed or create something new from the supplies.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let a staff member know at the event if you do not want us to publish photos of you or your child.

Moon in Children's Story Hour room with WCPL logo

Noon Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
at the Main Library at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children

The entire family is invited for a countdown to Noon with a balloon drop, crafts, snacks, storytime under the stars in the Story Hour Room. Fancy festive attire is welcome, but not required. No registration is needed.

Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: at the Main Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

The entire family is invited for a countdown to Noon with a balloon drop, crafts, snacks, storytime under the stars in the Story Hour Room. Fancy festive attire is welcome, but not required. No registration is needed.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Please let a staff member know if you have a food allergy. 

We often take photographs during library events. Please let a staff member know at the event if you do not want us to publish photos of you or your child.

New Year's

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Bluffton - Main Library, Ossian Branch, Off Site, Virtual Library
Closing
Branches:
Bluffton - Main Library, Ossian Branch, Off Site, Virtual Library

New Year's

All Day
Bluffton - Main Library, Ossian Branch, Off Site, Virtual Library
Closing
Branches:
Bluffton - Main Library, Ossian Branch, Off Site, Virtual Library
Teen Zone at the library with WCPL logo

New Year "Pasta"bilities!

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Parlor at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Cooking/Food
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 6-12. Your challenge is to make the best pasta dish you can but the catch is that you MUST use the sauce that's chosen at random for you, along with one mandatory ingredient.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Parlor
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking/Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Your challenge is to make the best pasta dish you can but the catch is that you MUST use the sauce that's chosen at random for you, along with one mandatory ingredient.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Please let a staff member know if you have a food allergy. 

Bingo With Jason

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Large Meeting Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults

Ages 18 plus. Come and enjoy a lively game of Bingo with everyone's favorite librarian named Jason! 

Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Ages 18 plus. Come and enjoy a lively game of Bingo with everyone's favorite librarian named Jason! 

Teen Zone at the library with WCPL logo

Teen Gaming Club

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 6-12. Bring your own device, or play the library's provided consoles and find other players for your favorite multiplayer games!

Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Bring your own device, or play the library's provided consoles and find other players for your favorite multiplayer games!

1st & 2nd Grade Book Club

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Story Hour Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children

A book club for children in 1st and 2nd grades. Independent reading is not a requirement to participate.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

A book club for children in 1st and 2nd grades. Independent reading is not a requirement to participate.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Please let a staff member know if you have a food allergy. 

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Library.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let a staff member know at the event if you do not want us to publish photos of you or your child.

Teen Food Fun: Jazzin' up Nachos

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ossian Meeting Room at Ossian Branch
Program Type:
Cooking/Food
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 6-12. Join us for nachos. Drop-in event. No registration needed.

Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking/Food
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Join us for nachos. Drop-in event. No registration needed.

Everything on a Waffle

5th and 6th Grade Book Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Story Hour Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children

A book club for children in 5th and 6th grades. We will have discussion and participate in games, activities, crafts, and/or snacks related to the book.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

A book club for children in 5th and 6th grades. We will have discussion and participate in games, activities, crafts, and/or snacks related to the book.

Disclaimer(s)

We often take photographs during library events. Please let a staff member know at the event if you do not want us to publish photos of you or your child.

Teen Book Club badge graphic over book background

Teen Book Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 6-12. Join us for Teen Book Club!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Join us for Teen Book Club!

Trivia Night text with lightbulb and sponsor logos

Trivia Night @ the Parlor City Brewing Company

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults

Grab a team and test your knowledge on a variety of subjects, from pop culture, sports, local history, and other trivia categories. Groups can be up to four people.

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grab a team and test your knowledge on a variety of subjects, from pop culture, sports, local history, and other trivia categories. Groups can be up to four people.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Library.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let a staff member know at the event if you do not want us to publish photos of you or your child.

Adult Services area of the library with WCPL logo

Chess Club

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Parlor at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Adults and Teens. Whether you are a chess master or just beginning, this club is for all skill levels and just for fun.

Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Parlor
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Adults and Teens. Whether you are a chess master or just beginning, this club is for all skill levels and just for fun.

Timeless Tech

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Board Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

All skill levels are welcome to the Timeless Tech Club. This is not a computer class. Members help each other, try new things, explore the internet and learn something new in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

All skill levels are welcome to the Timeless Tech Club. This is not a computer class. Members help each other, try new things, explore the internet and learn something new in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

3rd & 4th Grade Book Club

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Story Hour Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children

This book club is for children in grades 3 and 4. Join us for book discussion, activities and crafts. Books available for pick-up after you register, be sure to pick-up book prior to meeting. Registration required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This book club is for children in grades 3 and 4. Join us for book discussion, activities and crafts. Books available for pick-up after you register, be sure to pick-up book prior to meeting. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Please let a staff member know if you have a food allergy. 

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Library.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let a staff member know at the event if you do not want us to publish photos of you or your child.

WCPL Board Meeting

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages

The Library Board meets on the second Tuesday of each month (excluding May) at 6:30 PM in the Main Library, unless otherwise noted. The May library board meeting is held on the second Tuesday of May at the Ossian Branch Library. 

Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Library Board meets on the second Tuesday of each month (excluding May) at 6:30 PM in the Main Library, unless otherwise noted. The May library board meeting is held on the second Tuesday of May at the Ossian Branch Library. 

Junk Journal/Altered Book DIY Club

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for an altered book workshop where you will learn different techniques each time. You can join one or all four of the sessions since you will work on different parts of the book at different times.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an altered book workshop where you will learn different techniques each time. You can join one or all four of the sessions since you will work on different parts of the book at different times.

Music & Movement

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Story Hour Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children

Music and movement is a drop in program aimed at preschoolers, but any age may join in the fun, especially parents! 

Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Music and movement is a drop in program aimed at preschoolers, but any age may join in the fun, especially parents! 

Theater Thursday: "The Amateur"

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Each month you can enjoy a brief activity geared for seniors and a movie. Enjoy popcorn and refreshments. Sponsored by the Bluffton Parks Department and the library. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Each month you can enjoy a brief activity geared for seniors and a movie. Enjoy popcorn and refreshments. Sponsored by the Bluffton Parks Department and the library. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Please let a staff member know if you have a food allergy. 

This program is brought to you by the generous support of the Friends of the Library.

Friends of the Library Board Meeting

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Board Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
All Ages

The Friends of the Library Board meets at 5:30 pm on the third Thursday of the month in January, March, May, August, and October. Board officers are elected at the annual meeting in April.

Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Friends of the Library Board meets at 5:30 pm on the third Thursday of the month in January, March, May, August, and October. Board officers are elected at the annual meeting in April.

Storytime Sign-up Begins Today

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:45pm
Story Hour Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Age Group:
Children

Parents may begin signing up for Storytime, Toddler Time, Family Storytime or Wee Read at 9 am. You can register online, by calling the library at 260-824-1612 or go into the library.

Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Parents may begin signing up for Storytime, Toddler Time, Family Storytime or Wee Read at 9 am. You can register online, by calling the library at 260-824-1612 or go into the library.

Teen Zone at the library with WCPL logo

Teen Crafting Club

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Parlor at Bluffton - Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 6-12. If you need a break after school, check out the Teen Crafting Club to create something new!

Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Parlor
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. If you need a break after school, check out the Teen Crafting Club to create something new!

LEGO at the Library

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Story Hour Room at Bluffton - Main Library
Age Group:
Children

School-age kids can join us at the Main library for fun LEGO building challenges. Work together with friends & family, or compete against each other. This is a drop-in event, no registration required.

Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

School-age kids can join us at the Main library for fun LEGO building challenges. Work together with friends & family, or compete against each other. This is a drop-in event, no registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

We often take photographs during library events. Please let a staff member know at the event if you do not want us to publish photos of you or your child.