BPL UPDATES_The Galley Book Group - Mixed Titles will meet on Wed., July 15 at Noon at the Bluffton Public Library.
This discussion will be of an assortment of Galley books provided by the publishers, scheduled to be published between May and August 2026. Register for the discussion, read a book from the box as soon as you are able, return so others can read it, and repeat as desired until the discussion date. At the discussion, the group will briefly talk about each book read, rate the titles, and discuss whether it is book-discussion-worthy.
BPL UPDATES__Small groups are invited to an escape room experience at the Bluffton Public Library. On Friday, July 17, and Saturday, July 18, starting at 10:00 a.m., visitors can experience a "Jurassic Adventure" Escape Room in the library's lower level.
This program is family-friendly and suitable for ages 8 and up. It’s perfect for groups of three to five friends. The library asks that those under age 12 attend with someone age 18+ throughout the challenge.
BPL UPDATES__The Bluffton Public Library invites readers to come and read with a dog on Friday, July 17, and Friday, July 31, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Register in advance to sit down and read for 10 minutes with a Pet Partners dog. The event is open to children and teens who attend with an adult.
MEDIA RELEASE__Check out July 2026 events and opportunities at Bluffton Public Library:
2026 Summer Reading Program: “Unearth A Story” continues through July!
Summer Read is open to all ages. By joining in on the summer fun, you’ll earn tickets for prize drawings and have opportunities to connect with others in the community! Reading logs will be available for children and teens when they register, and adults can enter to win prizes with every 3 books read. So come on in and get the whole family registered and involved!
BPL UPDATES_The library is set to host a T-Rex Tea Party for children in grades K through 5 on Wednesday, July 8 at 2:00 p.m. Seating is limited, so be sure to register in person or online.
BPL UPDATES_The Bluffton Public Library has scheduled a mobile health clinic that will be held on Thu., July 9 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. All services are provided by individuals with the Ohio Northern University Healthwise program. This clinic includes free screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol (please fast for 12 hours to participate in cholesterol or blood sugar screening). Participants may speak with ONU Healthwise students and staff about their results or concerns, and even receive referrals to area doctors.
