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Jammin' at the Library resumes January 10

Jammin' at the Library returns the the Bluffton Public Library at 6 p.m. on Monday, January 10 and continues on Monday, January 24.

The song-circle style jam session developed a loyal band of particpants in pre-COVID years. Several guitar players are regulars, but vocalists, box drum, ukelele, piano, harmonica, and bass players have also been seen and heard at the sessions. All are invited to join in or to listen in.

Library board organizes for 2022

Libby Hostetler retires as trustee

The Bluffton Public Library Board of Trustees met for an organizational meeting on January 4. Robert Beer was elected President, Nancy Yeager was elected Vice President and Carrie Phillips was elected Secretary. Other board members for 2022 are Amy Lehman Mikesell, Robert Scott, Emily VonStein and Nancy Yeager.

The board’s meeting schedule will be monthly on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m., with no meetings in July or December. Meetings take place in the library board room, 145 S. Main St.

Library activities in January 2022

Wondering what to do with yourself after the hustle and bustle of the holidays? Check out the Bluffton Public Library calendar for January 2022. Activities include opportunities for children, teens and adults.

See graphics for dates and times.

FOR CHILDREN

  • Winter & Spring Storytime
  • Extra Storytime Crafts

FOR CHILDREN & TEENS

  • Postcard Penpals

ADULTS & TEENS/TWEENS

December 2021 Library Update

The Bluffton Public Library, 145 S. Main, provided the following comprehensive December 2021 programs and services update.

Services Update 

The health and safety of our patrons and staff at the Bluffton Public Library are a top priority. Based on Allen County Health Department's guidance, library masking guidelines are as follows: Patrons ages 10 and up are required to wear a face mask that properly covers the nose and mouth. 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. For more information about library procedures, please visit our website or refer to signs posted on the library’s front door. Curbside Pickup is still available for those who prefer this service. 

Register for Santa's Fire Truck event at BPL

Santa will visit the Bluffton Public Library from 6-7 p.m. on December 15. The Bluffton Fire Department will be there, too, with their antique fire truck to make sure Santa's ready for his trip around the world.

The event will include stories and take home crafts. Space is limited and advance registration is required. Please call 419-358-5016 or stop by the library, 145 S. Main St.

Masks are required for ages 10 and older.

BPL Book Group to Zoom with novelist Derek B. Miller

The Bluffton Public Library will welcome novelist (and international policy specialist) Derek B. Miller to the December 1 Noon Book Group meeting via Zoom. To register to attend virtually and for more information, please email [email protected].

The group will be discussing How to Find Your Way in the Dark, first book in the Sheldon Horowitz series. 

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