Bluffton Public Library

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Check out upcoming BPL programs and services for February 2024, including reading, storytimes, discussions, community organizations, games, music, art, and movies.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Lima Symphony Orchestra’s Symphony Storytime (R) - The Lima Symphony Orchestra is coming to the library for a special storytime on Mon., Feb. 12 at 10:00 a.m. Come enjoy a morning filled with music! Please register in advance. 

Words & Wine Book Discussion (R) will meet Thurs., March 7 @ 6:30 p.m. at 1861 Wine Lounge to discuss Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters while enjoying a glass of wine. Please Register and pick up the book at the Library during the month of February. There is limited seating and the book discussion is open to Adults 21+. Refreshments are available for purchase. Join us for an evening to relax, socialize and discuss.

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The Bluffton Public Library, 145 S. Main, has announced registration for the Spring Storytime program, which runs through February, March and April.

Babies (Birth-2) will have storytime at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesdays.

Preschool (ages 3-5) will have storytime at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesdays.

Family storytime (Birth-5) will take place at 6:00 p.m. on Thursdays. 

Register by phone at 419-358-5016 or at the front desk. 

Due to heating issues, the Bluffton Public Library closed at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 17.

For updates, visit the library Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/blufftonpubliclibrary

During 2024, the Board of Trustees of Bluffton Public Library will meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the library's Board Room at 145 South Main St., Bluffton.  No meetings will take place in July or December. 

Board members are Bob Beer, president; Nancy Yeager, vice president; Carrie Phillips, secretary; Amy Lehman Mikesell, Robert Scott, Chanda Smith, and Emily VonStein. 

Board meetings are open to the public.

In January, the Bluffton Public Library will once again be hosting local artist Jeanne Beutler for a Watercolor Workshop event. This month's theme is penguins.

Participants will create their own finished 8” x 10” watercolor art, complete with mat board. The event will be held on January 18 and January 25 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. A cash-only supply fee of $10 must be paid at the door, and advance registration is required.

The event is open to adults and teens, and children with an accompanying adult. The activity will take place on the library's lower level.

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NOTE: The library's supply of Covid tests ran out on January 2; more are expected to be delivered in the near future.

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Events and Programs 

Winter Read Challenge: The library is happy to announce the Winter Read Challenge for children, teens, and adults! Pick up a Winter Read Bookmark at the library, or download and print it from our website. Then complete five or more challenges during the months of January through March to receive a prize. At this time, you may also enter a drawing to win a larger prize!

Mitten Tree continues with Bluffton Community Assistance Program: Help decorate our tree with NEW mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, socks, earmuffs/bands and umbrellas for ALL ages. Donations will be collected December through January and given to Bluffton Community Assistance Program.

Hot Tea Tuesdays! In January and February, stop by the library between 10:00 a.m.  and 3:00 p.m. and get yourself a cup of hot tea to warm up with during your library visit!

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