The Bluffton Public Library is once again open to the public.

The announcement came from the library yesterday, now that Allen County is at Level 2, according to the Ohio Public Advisory System.

Here’s what you need to know:
Patrons must wear a mask, distance physically, and observe capacity requirements.

Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult (ages 18+) who will remain with them during their visit. 

Returns continue to be made in the outdoor book drop, and browsing patrons who decide not to check out an item they have touched are to place those items on designated tables in order to quarantine them.

For more information about library procedures, visit the library or refer to signs posted on the library’s front door.

Curbside pickup is still available for those who prefer this service.

Library visit hours are:
Mondays - Thursdays: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Fridays: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturdays: Curbside pickup only

Appointments are not required, but patrons may call in advance to reserve a public computer.

Curbside pickup hours are: 
Mondays -Thursdays: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Fridays: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Saturdays: 10 a.m-1 p.m. 

Patrons may schedule a pickup at blufftonpubliclibrary.org/pickup or by calling the library at 419-358-5016 during curbside hours. 

The library has the following tax publications available.
Ohio 2020 Instructions Only for Filing Original and Amended Individual Income Tax (IT 1040) and School District Income Tax (SD 100)

Federal 2020 1040 and 1040-SR Forms Booklet Including Schedules 1-3 and Schedule LEP

Federal 2020 1040 and 1040-SR Instructions Including the Instructions for Schedules 1-3

Notice 1451 (corrects an error found in Federal 1040 and 1040-SR instructions)

Events and Programs
The library has many programs going on the rest of this month:

Facebook Live Storytimes to celebrate Women's History Month: Listen to stories that celebrate women's contributions to history, culture and society. Miss Esther will read Live on the following dates and times: March 22 and 29 at 7 p.m. 

Spring Creativity Kit: Fun themed crafts and activities for children (preschool-5th grade), available for curbside pickup from March 20 and while supplies last.

Kids Color-Your-Own Face Mask Take and Make Craft: Pick up a free pack of fabric crayons per household and a reusable white cotton mask per child via curbside pickup on March 30 and 31. This program is for grades Pre-K - 5th and is available while supplies last.

Virtual Family Trivia Night: Tuesday, March 23, at 6 p.m., Ms. Lauren will host a Family Trivia Night using Kahoot and Zoom (two mobile devices and/or laptops/computers are required for gameplay.)

Family groups may consist of six members or less, and questions are all family friendly. Register by emailing [email protected] by March 20 and receive instructions by email. The winning family will be announced on social media.