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Toddler Time

9:45am–10:15am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

Toddler Time is a story program including stories, songs, activities and a craft for children ages 2 to 3 and a caregiver. Registration is required. Please notify us of any food allergies or concerns.

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. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Story Hour

10:30am–11:15am
Children
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Event Details:

Story Hour is a program for 4, 5, and 6 year-old children.  Typically the program lasts approximately 25-35 minutes with stories, fingerplays, songs, and a craft. Please notify us with any allergies or concerns.  Registration required.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Story Hour

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
Event Details:

Family Storytime is a story program including stories, songs, activities and a craft for children ages 1 to 5 and a caregiver.

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. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Wee Read

10:00am–10:30am
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.

This event is in the "Children" group

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, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Flowers & Shadows

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Parlor
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Try your hand at flower-arranging and take home your creation!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Color Your World with Flowers: 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, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will have a flower bar set up where you can pick out flowers and get tips on arranging them in a small vase in this special Summer Reading-themed Try It Night. All supplies will be provided. Registration is 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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

This event is in the "Children" group

LEGO Drop-In @ Ossian

4:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Ossian Branch
Room: Ossian Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen SRP Party

6:00pm–7:45pm
Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: at the Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. For all the teens who have completed the Summer Reading Program (by reading 500 pages or more), come enjoy an after-hours party just for you!

This event is in the "Adults" group

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

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

This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Large & Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Event is only open to those adults who have finished the Summer Reading Program. You'll receive a "ticket/flyer" for the event once you finish. Registration is appreciated. Enjoy food and a few activities.

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. 

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Genealogy Club

5:00pm–6:30pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: at the Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: History
Event Details:

Interested in genealogy or local history? Come to the Indiana Room and share your interests and get help with your research. All ages welcome. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

WCPL Board Meeting

6:30pm–7:30pm
All Ages
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. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Theater Thursday: "It Ends with Us"

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Historical Walking Tour - 4 pm

4:00pm–5:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Offsite Event
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 buildings in Bluffton. Tours led by Jim Sturgeon with the Wells County Historical Society. 

Meeting location will be given to those that register. 
 

This event is in the "All Ages" group
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.