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First Reformed Church

Historical Walking Tour - 4 pm

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Off Site

Program Type:

History, Summer Reading

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults. Guided walking tour to view the outside and inside of several churches in Bluffton. Tours led by Jim Sturgeon with the Wells County Historical Society. 

First Reformed Church

Historical Walking Tour - 6 pm

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site

Program Type:

History, Summer Reading

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults. Guided walking tour to view the outside and inside of several churches in Bluffton. Tours led by Jim Sturgeon with the Wells County Historical Society. 

Rope Bracelets

Try It Night: Nautical Rope Bracelet

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Parlor at Bluffton - Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
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 use rope and other supplies to make a nautical looking bracelet. All supplies provided. 

Indiana Wild logo

Snakes and Reptiles with Indiana Wild

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stairs at Bluffton - Main Library

Program Type:

One Book One County, Speaker, Other

Age Group:

Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Stairs
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: One Book One County, Speaker, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special Snakes, Reptiles, and Other Animals program to celebrate our One Book One County title, "True Grit." Indiana Wild will be bringing some animals that you will get to meet up close and personal.

Banana Charm Necklace

Try It Night: Bandana Charm Necklace

Monday, September 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Parlor at Bluffton - Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
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 create a trendy bandana charm necklace to help celebrate our One Book One County title, "True Grit." All supplies provided. 

Drag and Rex book inside image

Children's Book Festival

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 9:00am - 3:00pm
at the Main Library at Bluffton - Main Library

Program Type:

Performance, Speaker

Age Group:

Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: at the Main Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performance, Speaker
Event Details:

All ages. Large event featuring musician Jim Gill, author & illustrator Blythe Russo, food trucks, games, 
costumed characters, and more! 


Schedule available at later date. 

 

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Storytime @ Ossian

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

For 2 ½ year olds to pre-K with an adult. Stories, fingerplays, songs & activities. Registration required.

1st & 2nd Grade Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
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.

Wee Read

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wee Read is a time for babies 0-24 months to bond with caregivers through interactive play, stories and songs. Registration is required. Register online or by calling 260-824-1612. 

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 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.

Wee Read @ Ossian

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

Birth to 2 ½ years with an adult. Story program for our youngest patrons. Registration requested.

Storytime @ Ossian

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

For 2 ½ year olds to pre-K with an adult. Stories, fingerplays, songs & activities. Registration required.

3rd & 4th Grade Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
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.

5th & 6th Grade Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
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.

Wee Read

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wee Read is a time for babies 0-24 months to bond with caregivers through interactive play, stories and songs. Registration is required. Register online or by calling 260-824-1612. 

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 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.

Wee Read @ Ossian

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

Birth to 2 ½ years with an adult. Story program for our youngest patrons. Registration requested.

Saturday Morning Movie

11:00am–1:00pm
Children, All Ages
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Bring pillows and snacks to watch a kid-friendly movie on the big screen. Movies are free. Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in program.

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.

Storytime @ Ossian

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

For 2 ½ year olds to pre-K with an adult. Stories, fingerplays, songs & activities. Registration required.

Minute to Win It Kids Edition

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Compete as a team and see who can win the most 60-second games, becoming the library Minute to Win It champions! 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.

Wee Read

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wee Read is a time for babies 0-24 months to bond with caregivers through interactive play, stories and songs. Registration is required. Register online or by calling 260-824-1612. 

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 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.

Wee Read @ Ossian

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

Birth to 2 ½ years with an adult. Story program for our youngest patrons. Registration requested.

LEGO Drop-In @ Ossian

4:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

School-age kids can create LEGO masterpieces using the library’s LEGO blocks during this drop-in event. Last Tuesday of the month. 

Thanksgiving

5:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Bluffton - Main Library, Ossian Branch, Off Site, Virtual Library

Thanksgiving

All Day 11/27–11/28
Closing
Branches:
Bluffton - Main Library, Ossian Branch, Off Site, Virtual Library

Storytime @ Ossian

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

For 2 ½ year olds to pre-K with an adult. Stories, fingerplays, songs & activities. Registration required.

1st & 2nd Grade Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
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.

Wee Read @ Ossian

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

Birth to 2 ½ years with an adult. Story program for our youngest patrons. Registration requested.

Storytime @ Ossian

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

For 2 ½ year olds to pre-K with an adult. Stories, fingerplays, songs & activities. Registration required.

3rd & 4th Grade Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
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.

5th & 6th Grade Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
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.

Wee Read @ Ossian

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

Birth to 2 ½ years with an adult. Story program for our youngest patrons. Registration requested.