Make a date to visit the library during National Library Week
Provided by Bluffton Public Library
National Library Week, April 6–12, 2025, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning.
This National Library Week, take time to rediscover the library and see how it draws us together as a community. Whether you're visiting for books, resources, or a place to connect, Bluffton Public Library is here for you.
Join us for special National Library Week events:
3D Printer is available - Check out our new Bambu Lab X1-Carbon 3D printer. Suggested donations are 50-cents per hour of requested print to help cover the cost of the filament.
Hummin’ and Strummin’ - Monday, April 7 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 - 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. Bring your own board or use one of the library’s! All ages are welcome!
Storytime - Wednesday Join us for stories and crafts about the love of books and libraries! Baby Storytime (Birth-2) is at 10 a.m., PreK Storytime (3-5) is at 10:30 a.m.
Playgroup - Enjoy some playtime at the library on Friday, starting at 10 a.m.
Lego at the Library – We provide the Legos, you show us your imagination. Thursday, April 10. All day for All ages.
Mobile Health Clinic - Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. ONU Healthwise provides free screenings, conversations with ONU Healthwise students and staff about their results or concerns, and referrals to area doctors. *Note: If the Bluffton or Ada school district have a weather delay or cancellation, Mobile Health Clinic will be cancelled that day.
How to Decorate Cookies with Langan Family Finds – Learn how royal icing can take your baking to the next level. Registration is required with a $10 cash fee at the door. Open to adults and teens accompanied with an adult. Saturday, April 12 @ 11 am.
Stories Posted This Week
Friday, August 7, 2026
- BHS Junior Class to hold Post Prom fundraiser on Sept. 13
- Aug. 23 anniversary celebration at Tri-County Family Assembly of God
- Pirate boys golf 10th at L-B Invite
- Save these dates: Four more months of America 250 events in Bluffton
- Lens turns Bluffton's NNO fireworks to neon
- Should all beavers beware of Buc-ee's logo litigation?
- Letter: As Ohio grows, conservation must become part of the conversation
- 2026 Lincoln Highway Buy Way sales August 13-15
- History you can taste: Bluffton celebrates local businesses on Aug. 8
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
- History Day scavenger hunt with 12 clues
- Remembering the magic of Hankish sweet shop on Aug. 8
- Pirate boys golf opens with a win at Ft. Jennings, 2nd at Royal Invite
- Pirate girls golf opens season with Lincolnview Invite
- WIP Wednesday: Bluffton Scrap Artist Quilters
- July 2026 land transfers in the Bluffton school district
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Monday, August 3, 2026
- Bluffton Free or Reduced Lunch Program signup begins for 2026-2027
- Richland Township appoints new Zoning officials, hiring roads and zoning employees
- 2025-2026 BHS Athletic Boosters fundraiser goes digital
- Chicken BBQ tickets available for August 8, Bluffton History Day
- 2026 PorchFest preview: Amanda Rule, Dylan Spindler, Mason Ault and Piece of Mind