The Wells County Public Library takes its mission to “provide the community with access, knowledge and growth” very seriously and offers a variety of events each week for kids, teens, and adults.
Registration is preferred at most events. To sign up, go to www.wellscolibrary.org, click on the Library Event Calendar, navigate to the date of the event, and view more to get to the registration screen. Alternatively, call 260-824-1612 (Bluffton) or 260-622-4691 (Ossian) to register.
Bingo with Jason
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Monday, Nov. 6 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Adults. Enjoy a lively game of Bingo for a chance to win a candy bar with everyone’s favorite librarian named Jason! Registration required.
Teen Gaming Club
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Monday, Nov. 6 from 6 to 7 p.m.
Grades 6-12. Enjoy a variety of different games each month, including video games, trading card games, and board games. No registration needed.
Cooking Basics by the Book at Ossian
At the Ossian Branch Library: Tuesday, Nov. 7 from 6 to 7 p.m.
Adults. Join us as we focus on a different cookbook each month and make an easy recipe to taste. In November, we will make cheesecake. Registration required.
Intro to Food Preserving
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Tuesday, Nov. 7 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Adults. Do you have an interest in preserving your own food? Whitney McBride will be giving us an introduction to freezing, freeze drying, dehydrating, and vacuum sealing foods. Join us ahead of this holiday season to prep or store some of your holiday goodies! Registration is preferred.
Children’s Book Clubs
At the Main Library (Bluffton)
Grade 1-2 Book Club: Tuesday, Nov. 7 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Grades 3-4 Book Club: Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Grades 5-6 Book Club: Thursday, Nov. 9 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Pick up a copy of the book-of-the-month when you sign up at the library. Talk about the book and enjoy an activity or craft based on the book.
Teen Fun with Food at Ossian
At the Ossian Branch Library: Thursday, Nov. 9 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Grades 6-12. Get hands-on experience creating interesting turkey treats. Registration appreciated.
Teen Book Club
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Thursday, Nov. 9 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Grades 6-12. Talk about the book of the month, “Hope Was Here.” Then, get ready to laugh as we play the hilarious game of Quiplash. Register at the library to pick up your copy of the book.
Book Discussion: “The Lincoln Highway”
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Thursday, Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m.
Adults. Pick up a copy of the book-of-the-month at the library before the discussion each month. This month’s book for discussion is “The Lincoln Highway” by Amor Towles. Registration appreciated.
Preschool Stuffed Animal Party at Ossian
At the Ossian Branch Library: Thursday, Nov. 9 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Ages 2-Pre-K with an adult. Bring a stuffed animal to the library and enjoy a story, activities, and a bedtime snack. Registration required.
Children’s Book Week Bingo at Ossian
At the Ossian Branch Library: Saturday, Nov. 11 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
School-age Kids and up. Come play Bingo with us to celebrate Children’s Book Week. Registration required.
Brown Bag Book Club
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Monday, Nov. 13 at 1:30 p.m.
Adults. Make sure to pick up a copy of the book-of-the-month before the discussion that is held the 2nd Monday of each month. This month’s book is “The Book of Delights” by Ross Gay. Registration appreciated.
Crafty Kids at Ossian
At the Ossian Branch Library: Monday, Nov. 13 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Grades K-6. Drop-in for a craft and snack.
Computer and iPad Club
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Adults. Start with Computer Club and then go or stay for iPad Club. Each month has a different tech focus and there is plenty of time for questions. All skill levels are welcome. Registration appreciated.
Cook, Talk, Taste
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 6 to 7 p.m.
Adults. Enjoy the tastiest club at the library. Each month will feature a different theme and hostess. Registration appreciated.
Ninja November
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Grades 6-12. For one night the Teen Zone will be transformed into a ninja’s dojo! Practice your precision with ninja star throwing and show off your agility in the training course. Hone your combat skills with Chambara on the Switch and Fruit Ninja on the Oculus Quest 2. Make your own ninja gear as well as some crafts! Drop-in event. No registration needed.
Theater Thursday
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Thursday, Nov. 16 at 10 a.m.
Adults. Join us for a movie, popcorn, and snacks. Sponsored by the Bluffton Parks & Recreation and the Friends of the Library. No registration needed.
Board Game Night at Ossian
At the Ossian Branch Library: Thursday, Nov. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Adults. Join us at the Ossian Branch for a night of tabletop games. Registration is nice, but not required.
DIY Pop-up Book: Club 456
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Thursday, Nov. 16 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Grades 4-6. Come participate in creative activities including STEM projects, escape rooms, fun in the kitchen, and more! November’s theme will be a DIY Pop-up Book. Registration requested.
Saturday Movies
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Saturday, Nov. 18 at 11 a.m.
All ages. Drop-in for a family-friendly movie under the stars in the Story Hour Room.
Library Hours
At the main library in Bluffton — Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
At the Ossian branch library — Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon.
Access the library online at www.wellscolibrary.org for digital books, magazines, online databases, event info, and more.
