Color Our World - Summer Read is Coming!
We’re working hard to fill the calendar (and the prize shelves!) with something for every age, and will be in schools this month! Register for programs in person or online.
Guess how many Legos?
"Color our World" Summer Read is coming! - Count how many Legos and Register early for the Summer Read Program and WIN! Open to ALL ages!
Verne's Paint Palette Scavenger Hunt
Every week during Summer Read Verne will be adding a new color to his palette. Can you find him in the library? When you find him, color in your bookmark and pick out a little prize!
Duckie Cosplay Contest
Starts Mon., June 2 for Grades 6-12. Select your duck and make it a costume (we have a limited supply!). Return your decorated duck by June 30th. Vote during July and the winner(s) will be revealed Thu., July 31st at 4:30 p.m. during the Summer Read finale!
Family Summer Storytime
Begins Wed. June 4 - July 30 at 10:00 a.m. No registration necessary this summer! Themes this year include: Emotions, Let’s Go Camping, Fantastic Fish, Colors All Around … and so many more!
Special Stuffed Animal Sleepover Storytime
Wed., June 4 at 10 a.m. Bring your stuffed animal to the library for Family Storytime, and pick them up the next day, along with photos of what mischief they got into the previous night.
StART @ Your Library: activities for Grades K-2
This fun creative series will run through the summer. Register in person or online.
StART @ Your Library: activities for Grades 3-5
This fun creative series will run through the summer. Register in person or online.
Funny Debates (Grades 6-12)
Text your friends and meet up at the library on Fri., June 6 at 1:00 p.m. Snacks will be included. Register in person or online.
Build your own book
Write your own story and create your very own book on Mon., June 9 at 2:00 p.m.! Register in person or online. Grades 3-5.
"LIghthouse" Acrylic paint class
Will be held Tue., June 10 at 6:00 p.m.
Summer Dance Party
Will be held Wed., June 11 at 3:00 p.m. Dance to your own (library-friendly) music and challenge your friends in Just Dance! Snacks will be provided. Register in person or online.
Mobile Health Clinic - June
The next Mobile Health Clinic will be held on Thu., June 12 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Watercolor Workshop: Cat
Will be held Thu., June 12 from 2:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Read with a Dog (Pet Partners)
Our furry friends are back! on Fri., June 13 at 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Register in person or online if interested in reading with a Pet Partners Dog during this time! Open to children/teens (with a participating adult).
"ABCs of Nature" Walk at Motter Metro Park with Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District
Will be held on Tue., June 17 at 10:00 a.m. Meet at the Motter Metro Park and join a Naturalist in the search for letters formed in nature. Register by June 16 at JAMPD.COM or call 419-221-1232.
Teen Game Day
Is scheduled for Wed., June 18 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Snacks are included. Register in person or online.
Library Closed for Juneteenth
Due dates will be adjusted accordingly.
Plant Swap with Activate Allen County
Join us for our 3rd Bluffton Plant Swap! on Tue., June 24 at 6:00 p.m. For questions or additional information: call 419-222-6045, visit the Bluffton Library or email Chad Welker at cwelker@limachamber.com.
Edible Adventures: a trip for your tastebuds (Grades 3-6)
Thurs., June 26 at 1:00-3:00 p.m. for Grades 3-6 : Hey Tweens! the library is having another summer book tasting. Register in person or online and note any allergies.
Edible Adventures: a trip for your tastebuds (Grades 7-12)
Thurs., June 26 at 3:00-5:00 p.m. for Grades 7-12 : Hey Tweens! the library is having another summer book tasting. Register in person or online and note any allergies.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Thu., June 26: 9:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Fri., June 27: 9:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Sat., June 28: 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Sale proceeds benefit library services, materials, and programs. Your purchase at this sale goes to enriching Bluffton and the surrounding community.
Hummin' & Strummin' Song Circle
Mondays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 at 6:00 p.m. This is a relaxed, song-circle style music session and anyone is welcome to join or listen in. Bring your instrument, voice, or listening ears!
Open Chess this Summer!
The library has an area designated on the Main Floor for open chess from 5:30-7:30 p.m. every Tuesday the library is open. All ages are welcome! Stay tuned for Giant Chess coming in July!