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 signup, 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, May 6 from 3:00 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, May 6 from 6 to7 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, May 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. This month will be decorating cupcakes. Registration required.
Teen Fun with Food at Ossian
At the Ossian Branch Library: Thursday, May 9 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Grades 6-12. Get hands-on experience with making ice cream and decorating cupcakes. Registration appreciated.
Book Discussion: “Chestnut Street”
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Thursday, May 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 “Chestnut Street” by Maeve Binchy. Registration appreciated.
Brown Bag Book Club
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Monday, May 13 at 1:30 p.m.
Adults. Pick up a copy of the book-of-the-month at the library before the discussion each month. The group is meeting one week later this month due to the eclipse. The book for discussion is “The Indianapolis Anthology” by Norman Minnick. Registration appreciated.
Crafty Kids at Ossian
At the Ossian Branch Library: Monday, May 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, May 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 your first visit.
Cook, Talk, Taste
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Tuesday, May 14 from 6 to 7 p.m.
Adults. Join the tastiest club at the library. Enjoy foods prepared by a variety of hosts each month. Registration appreciated.
Theater Thursday
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Thursday, May 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, May 16 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Adults (18+). Join us for a night of tabletop games at the Ossian Branch. Registration appreciated.
Saturday Movies
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Saturday, May 18 at 11 a.m.
All ages. Drop-in for a family-friendly movie under the stars in the Story Hour Room. This month is “Charlotte’s Web” (PG).
Trivia Night At The Parlor
City Brewing Company
Sunday, May 19 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Adults (21+). Grab a team of up to four people and test your knowledge on a variety of subjects, from pop culture, sports, local history, and other trivia categories. Prizes awarded; space is limited. Sign up at the library or online at wellscolibrary.org.
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.
