Bluffton Public Library, 145 S. Main St., has announced the following programs and events for March 2025. Have questions? Call the library at 419-358-5016.

Winter Read is for all ages and runs from January through March. Pick up a Winter Read Challenge Sheet for your age group, complete it, and stop by the front desk to pick up a small prize! 

Noon Book Group (R) meets Wed., March 5 to discuss Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez. On Wed., April 2, the group will discuss The House of Lincoln with author Nancy Horan via Zoom. Stop by the library front desk to register and pick up the book, and to receive email updates! READ MORE

No-Obligation Book Discussions (R) The library is reaching out to the Bluffton, OH area to see if there is interest in adding this book discussion in 2025.

Please let us know if you are interested! For this evening book discussion, rather than reading a single title and then discussing, we would gather occasionally to share the book titles we are enjoying this year, and perhaps find our next great read! Those who are interested should call or stop by the library or email [email protected] to sign up with your email, along with the evening(s) (Tue., Wed., Thu.,) that would work best for you! 

Hummin' & Strummin' Song Circle, Mondays at 6:00 p.m.
A new time: Mondays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 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! 

Guess how many crayons! A fun family activity during March for National Crayon Day which is celebrated on March 31st to celebrate the joy of coloring and the creativity that crayons inspire. 

Mobile Health Clinic, Thursday, March 13 from 9:00-11:00 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. *Note: Mobile Health Clinic Weather Policy: If the Bluffton or Ada school district have a weather delay or cancellation, Mobile Health Clinic will be cancelled that day.

Watercolor Workshop: Crocus (R$) Thursday, March 13 from 2:00-3:45 p.m.
Local artist Jeanne Crumrine will teach on the lower level of the library. Walk away with your own watercolor piece of art, complete with mat! There is a $10 supply fee at the door (cash only please), and advance registration is required as space is limited. Open to adults, and teens and children with an accompanying adult. 

“Bunny” Acrylic Paint Class with Bluffton Art Company (R)($) will be held Tue., March 25 @ 6:00 p.m.
Register at the library and come to the program prepared to try your hand at acrylic painting. Cost is $15 per person and will be taken at the door (cash only, please). Open to adults, and teens and children with an accompanying adult. 

Pre-K Storytime & Baby Storytime continues!
Join us for a time of stories, games, crafts, and lots of fun while developing early literacy skills! When registering, please specify if your child has any food allergies, as snacks are often provided. Register online or at the library. 

Baby Storytime - Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.
Open to ages birth-2.
Pre-K Storytime is held on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. and is open to ages 3-5. 

Playgroup
Most Fridays at 10:00 a.m. Make a playdate and the library will provide the space and toys! 

Student Coloring Events
Cozy Coloring (K-5th) on Mon., March 10 from 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Cozy Coloring (6th-12th)  on Thu., March 27 from 4:00-5:00 p.m.
No registration is required and you can bring your own supplies or use some of ours! 

Book Release Party (R)
Come celebrate the upcoming Hunger Games book, Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins on Mon., March 17 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Register for this program at the library to be entered to win a prize at the event. Snacks provided! Anyone in grades 6-12 is welcome to join. 

Open Chess Tuesdays
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! 

Display case: “Playdoh World” 
By Josey, Everett, Amayiah, Oliver, and Chad Black

SERVICES UPDATE

COVID-19 Test Kits 
At-Home COVID Tests are available at the Library. If you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call to schedule curbside pickup. 

Ohio Digital Library
Don’t forget that the Ohio Digital Library remains open 24/7 from your computer or mobile device!