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.
Try It Night: Snowflake Window Clings
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Monday, Dec. 30 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Adults. Create or try out a new craft each month. This month you will use puff paint to make snowflake window clings. All supplies provided. Registration required.
Noon Year’s Eve
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
All ages. The entire family is invited for a countdown to Noon with a balloon drop, crafts, snacks, story time under the stars in the Story Hour room, and scavenger hunt in the Children’s Room. Fancy festive attire is welcome, but not required. The Storytime with Miss Amy will start at 11 am and then the countdown and balloon drop will be at noon, but feel free to drop in at any point during the program for the other activities. No registration needed.
Library Closing for New Year’s
The Main Library and the Ossian Branch will close early at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 31 and be closed on Wednesday, Jan. 1 for New Year’s Day.
Genealogy/Local History Club
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Thursday, Jan. 2 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Ages 12+. Members help each other learn new things and obtain a greater appreciation for local history and genealogy research. Bring your own laptop or share one of ours. Registration appreciated.
Bingo with Jason
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Monday, Jan. 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, Jan. 6 from 6 to 7:00 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.
Children’s Book Clubs
At the Main Library (Bluffton)
Grades 1-2 Book Club: Tuesday, Jan. 7 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Grades 3-4 Book Club: Tuesday, Jan. 14 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Grades 5-6 Book Club: Thursday, Jan. 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 Food Fun At Ossian
At the Ossian Branch Library: Thursday, Jan. 9 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Grades 6-12. Enjoy making a medley of delicious snacks using your personally flavored popcorn in this “Popcorn Pot Pourri” program. Drop-in event. No registration needed.
Teen Book Club
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Thursday, Jan. 9 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Grades 6-12. Discuss the book “The Fixer” by Jennifer Lynn Barnes, search for hidden clues in a mystery activity, and win a prize for answering questions about the book. Registration required.
Book Discussion:
“The Lincoln Highway”
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Thursday, Jan. 9 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Adults. Discuss the book “The Lincoln Highway” by Amor Towles. Registration required.
Trivia Night At The Parlor City
Brewing Company
Sunday, Jan. 12 from 5 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.
Brown Bag Book Club
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Monday, Jan. 13 at 1:30 p.m.
Adults. Read a book that you received for Christmas and then come to share about your book with the group. Registration appreciated.
Timeless Tech Club
At the Main Library (Bluffton): Tuesday, Jan. 14 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Adults. Each month has a different tech focus and there is plenty of time for questions. All skill levels are welcome. Bring a smart phone or tablet with you or use one of ours. Registration appreciated your first visit.
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.
