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Parlor City Christmas

11:00am - 2:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Parlor
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Annual Parlor City Christmas event happening in downtown Bluffton. At the library will be multiple Goodie Walk stops, carriage rides, and musical entertainment on the steps. More details coming soon. 

Storytime @ Ossian

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Registration
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 requested.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 12:30pm
Children
Registration
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.

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.

Craft Club Canceled

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Adults. For knit wits, knotty crocheters and those embracing embroidery, quilting, or paper crafts.

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.

Golden Gamers

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Registration
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.

Kids' Club

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

Kids' Club is for children in Kindergarten-3rd grade. Join us for book-related crafts, stories, games, and a chance to make new friends at the library. Registration appreciated.

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.

Toddler Time

9:45am - 10:15am
Children
Registration
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.

Story Hour

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Registration
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Session
Registration Required
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.

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. 

Teen Advisory Board

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Teens
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Do you wish you had a say in Teen Programming at the Library? Do you need volunteer credit? Join the Teen Advisory Board! You don’t need to sign up--just show up for the TAB meetings on the last We

Toddler Time

9:45am - 10:15am
Children
Registration
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Story Hour Room
Age Group: Children
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.

Theater Thursday: Prancer - A Christmas Tale

10:00am - 12:30pm
Adults
Registration
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.

Club 456

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children
Registration
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Parlor
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cooking/Food, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we travel the world!  Explore different countries! Learn about different cultures! Taste traditional foods! And learn to dance or celebrate in different ways! This month...Peru!

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 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.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas Movie Night

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12. Join us for a showing of How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000, starring Jim Carrey) with themed snacks to get into the holiday spirit!

Board Game Night @ Ossian

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
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.

Saturday Morning Movie: Prancer (1989)

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.

Christmas

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

Try It Night: Snowflake Window Clings

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Registration
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 you'll be using puff paint, wax paper, and a few different techniques to create snowflakes that you can use as window clings. 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

Bingo with Jason

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Registration
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. 

1st & 2nd Grade Book Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children
Registration
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)

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. 

5th & 6th Grade Book Club

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

A monthly book club for children in 5th and 6th grades. We will discuss the book, have fun activities, and enjoy snacks themed around the book.

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 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.

Book Discussion

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Bluffton - Main Library
Room: Parlor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for a book discussion on the second Thursday of each month. Pick up a copy of the book at the Main Library prior to the discussion. Get a list of upcoming books at 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.