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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. 

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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. 

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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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Calming Coloring @ Ossian

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stress busting afternoon featuring Adult Coloring in a restful setting with soft music and snacks. Drop-in program

Cook, Talk, Taste

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Parlor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking/Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cook, Talk, Taste is the tastiest group in the library. Join us on the second Tuesday of the month from 6-7 pm to talk about cooking, eat delicious foods, and chat with friends.

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. 

Calming Coloring @ Ossian

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stress busting afternoon featuring Adult Coloring in a restful setting with soft music and snacks. Drop-in program

Theater Thursday: "Here"

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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.

Board Game Night @ Ossian

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 18+, Join us at the Ossian Branch for a night of tabletop games! Registration is nice, but not required.

Try It Night

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
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. All supplies provided. 

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.

Calming Coloring @ Ossian

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stress busting afternoon featuring Adult Coloring in a restful setting with soft music and snacks. Drop-in program

Golden Gamers

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Parlor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you bored? Do you need some social interaction? Come and enjoy two hours of socializing, games, and snacks. Group meets the fourth Tuesday of the month from 3-5 pm. 

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.

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

Bingo with Jason

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Calming Coloring @ Ossian

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stress busting afternoon featuring Adult Coloring in a restful setting with soft music and snacks. Drop-in program

Brown Bag Book Club

1:30pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

An eclectic group that reads an eclectic selection of both fiction and non-fiction. Come join us, you just might discover some new stories to love!

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.

Timeless Tech

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
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.

Calming Coloring @ Ossian

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stress busting afternoon featuring Adult Coloring in a restful setting with soft music and snacks. Drop-in program

Cook, Talk, Taste

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Parlor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking/Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cook, Talk, Taste is the tastiest group in the library. Join us on the second Tuesday of the month from 6-7 pm to talk about cooking, eat delicious foods, and chat with friends.

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. 

Calming Coloring @ Ossian

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stress busting afternoon featuring Adult Coloring in a restful setting with soft music and snacks. Drop-in program

Theater Thursday: "Red One"

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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.

Golden Gamers

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Parlor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you bored? Do you need some social interaction? Come and enjoy two hours of socializing, games, and snacks. Group meets the fourth Tuesday of the month from 3-5 pm. 

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.

Christmas

All Day 12/24–12/26
Closing
Branches:
Bluffton - Main Library, Ossian Branch, Off Site, Virtual Library

Try It Night

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
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. All supplies provided. 

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.

New Year's

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

New Year's

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Bluffton - Main Library, Ossian Branch, Off Site, Virtual Library

Theater Thursday

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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.