Summer Reading 2022
Summer Reading registration is open from May 31-July 30 and all your reading can be logged online at wellscolibrary.org/summer Just click the program you’d like…
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Digital Library Changes
We are excited to announce that we will be switching to the newly created Indiana Digital Library on March 1st, 2022. This will mean you…
WCPL Book Boxes
** THIS SERVICE WILL BE ENDING IN JULY 2023. AND BROUGHT BACK FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS. GET A BOOK BOX WHILE YOU CAN! Sign up…
Consumer Health Complete
In a world of rampant misinformation, credible sources are incredibly important especially when it comes to your health. This is one reason the Wells County…
Biography for Beginners
Designed for grades 3 to 7, but also appropriate for striving readers in higher grades. FactCite Biography for Beginners is a complete database available on…
Winter Reading 2021
All ages: Join our Winter Reading challenge and help us donate books to hospitalized children via the Kate’s Kart organization. It’s super easy to participate.…
Between Shades of Gray
Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys Reviewed by: Rachel Maggard In 1939 right before the breakout of WWII, Stalin and Hitler signed a pact…
Book Chat 2020 Year in Review
As we wrap up our #WCPLBookChat for 2020, Lana and I wanted to look back on the year and talk about some of our favorites–our…
Murder Magic and What We Wore
Murder, Magic, and What We Wore by Kelly Jones Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Hilary Habegger Murder, Magic and What…
Three Dark Crowns
Three Dark Crowns By Kendare Blake Reviewed by: Melody Wolf In this story, there are three queens and only one crown. A set of triplets is…
Teen Zone Holiday Gift Guide
The holidays can be a stressful time trying to figure out the perfect gift for your favorite teen reader. Let us help you with our…
March: Book One
March Book One By John Lewis, Andrew Aydin and Nate Powell Reviewed by: Lana Smith Follow former Senator John Lewis as he shares first hand…
Manga Club Meeting Postponed!
The Manga Club meeting for Monday, November 2 has been postponed and has been rescheduled for Monday, November 16 from 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Library Open House and Ribbon Cutting
We are excited to share with you our newly renovated space at the Main Library in Bluffton. Join us for a Ribbon Cutting and Open…
A Curse So Dark and Lonely
A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer Reviewed by: Rachel Maggard Where does a librarian find her next book? She may read reviews…
Virtual Escape Room/Scavenger Hunt
Grades 6-12. Teens can stop by the library beginning on October 19 and running through October 31st, to pick up a Virtual Escape Room/Scavenger Hunt…
Dracula & Twilight: Food, Fun, Fanfare
It is the month of October. The month that begins in cozy sweaters and falling leaves and ends in goosebumps and chills. If…
Boston Jane
Boston Jane: An Adventure By Jennifer L. Holm Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐(4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Lana Smith Jane was the biggest tomboy…
What’s Next: Books in Series
Whether you just found a great book and want to know if it’s part of a series, you see a bunch of books by an…
Again, But Better
Again, But Better By Christine Riccio Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Melody Wolf “Again, But Better“ is a book that you…
Book Chat Reading Challenge
Join us in the month of September as we read “The Reading Promise: My father and the books we shared” by Alice Ozma…
Fever 1793
Fever 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson Reviewed by: Leah Baumgartner Fever 1973 by Laurie Halse Anderson is an exciting and eye opening historical fiction novel.…
World Book Online
This great encyclopedia is available to anyone with a Wells County Public Library card. Access World Book Online on the Research menu under “Online Research…
Teen To-Go Kits
Back by popular demand, we will be offering one or two different To-Go Kits for those is grades 6-12 each month. They will contain the…
Teen Summer Reading Program Challenges for this week!
Grades 6-12. Teens can stop by the library any time this week and next week to pick up an Oddball Olympics Challenge Kit. The kit…
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins Reviewed by: Rachel Maggard If you haven’t heard yet, let me be the first to tell…
The Cruel Prince
The Cruel Prince By Holly Black Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: KaylaAnn S. Villanueva I was incredibly skeptical when…
The Many Lives of John Stone
The Many Lives of John Stone by Linda Buckley-Archer Reviewed by: Leah Baumgartner This is a really unique story that is a blend of both…
Flametastic Fun!
Flametastic Fun! Challenge for grades 6-12. – No, there won’t be any actual flames! However, we will have a kit for you to take home that…
Library Opening Info
Our phased reopening plans include: From June 9-22 – building capacity will be 50 percent (Hours will be Monday-Friday from 11am-6pm). From June 22-July 6…
Harry Potter Virtual Escape Room Challenge
Harry Potter Virtual Escape Room Challenge- Starting June 1 and running through June 14, go to your Summer Reading “Challenge” tab and follow the instructions…
Tweet Cute
Tweet Cute by Emma Lord Reviewed by: Rachel Maggard Imagine a modern day version of You’ve Got Mail. Instead of two people getting to know…
Hollow City
Hollow City by Ransom Riggs Our rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Melody Wolf “Hollow City” by Ransom Riggs is the second book in…
Teen Summer Reading Program 2020
In case you haven’t heard, the Summer Reading Program has started! You can sign up today at https://wellscolibrary.org/summer/. Just click on the program for your…
Summer Reading 2020
We are excited to announce that we are starting our Summer Reading programs early this year to allow you more time to get your reading…
Curbside Pickup and Other Services
The Wells County Public Library staff have been hard at work determining plans to slowly phase in services both curbside and inside our buildings. While…
National Library Week 2020
The theme for this year’s National Library Week is “Find the Library at Your Place.” Our library staff came together and have a special message…
A Fool and His Monet
A Fool and His Monet by Sandra Orchard Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Leah Baumgartner While technically not a “teen”…
At-home Activities
We have compiled a list of online activities for kids, teens, and adults that are stuck at home during the coronavirus pandemic to help with…
COVID-19 (Library Response)
** UPDATE (04/10/2020) – Library will now be closed until further notice. We will update you on when the buildings will reopen and limited services…
Teen Book Madness
We have moved our Teen Book Madness voting online now. We are excited to see who will be matched for the final pairing next week.…
Arc of a Scythe Series
Arc of a Scythe Series by Neal Shusterman Imagine a world in the future where science has progressed so far that there isn’t any war,…
Grace and Fury
Grace and Fury By Tracy Banghart Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: KaylaAnn S. Villanueva This enthralling book is about…
Not If I Save You First
Not If I Save You First by Ally Carter Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Leah Baumgartner When Maddie and…
Winter Reading 2020
All ages: Join our Winter Reading challenge and help us donate books to hospitalized children via the Kate’s Kart organization. It’s super easy to participate.…
Peter and the Starcatchers
Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐(5 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Lana Smith Never Land, Lost Boys, Tinkerbell and…
Renovation in 2020 at the Main Library
The Main Library will be undergoing a renovation starting on January 6. The project will be completed in several phases, starting with the 2nd floor…
I’m Not Dying With You Tonight
I’m Not Dying With You Tonight by Gilly Segal and Kimberly Jones Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Rachel Maggard I’m…
Kiss Me In New York
Kiss Me in New York by Catherine Rider Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Hilary Habegger Kiss Me in New York…
Hey, Kiddo
Hey, Kiddo by Jarrett J. Krosoczka Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Melody Smith “Hey, Kiddo” by Jarrett J. Krosoczka is a…
Christmas Around the World Program
Ever wonder how other countries celebrate Christmas? Come join us for a night of Christmas treats and traditions from around the world. We will enjoy food…
Teen Advisory Board Meeting Date Changed!
Attention teens! The Teen Advisory Board Meeting has been moved to Thursday, December 19th. We will be meeting in the Parlor meeting room (the old…
Long Way Down
Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐(4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Lana Smith This story is told as a novel in…
The Boy in the Black Suit
The Boy in the Black Suit by Jason Reynolds Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Rachel Maggard Matt Miller is a…
Day of the Dead Party – Nov. 1
The Wells County Public Library is having a Day of the Dead Party on Friday, November 1 from 5:30-7:30 pm at the Main Library in…
Surviving the Angel of Death: The True Story of a Mengele Twin in Auschwitz
Surviving the Angel of Death: The True Story of a Mengele Twin in Auschwitz By Eva Mozes Kor and Lisa Rojany Buccieri Our Rating:…
Dog Sled Racing Program – Oct. 24
Karen Land will be at the Wells County Public Library in Bluffton (200 West Washington Street, Bluffton, IN 46714) on Thursday, October 24 from 6:30-8:00…
Teen Program Change!
Teen Program Change! The Zombie Survivor Program on October 25 has been changed to an After Hours Party for grades 4-8. The party will still…
The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow
The Mystery of the Clockwork Sparrow by Katherine Woodfine Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Leah Baumgartner Sophie is excited and…
Local Author Night – Oct. 17
Join us for this fun, family-friendly event. Attendees will get to wander through booths set up throughout the Main Library to chat with authors and…
Dear Ally, how do you write a book?
Dear Ally, how do you write a book? by Ally Carter Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Melody Smith Oklahoma born and raised…
Library Closed – Labor Day weekend
The Main Library and Ossian Branch will both be closed on Saturday, August 31 and Monday, September 2 for the Labor Day Holiday.
The Books of Earthsea
The Books of Earthsea By Ursula K. Le Guin Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Hilary Habegger The Books of Earthsea…
Greetings From Witness Protection!
Greetings From Witness Protection! by Jake Burt Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Leah Baumgartner Nicki has been through multiple foster homes…
Field Notes on Love
Field Notes on Love by Jennifer E. Smith Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Rachel Maggard This is a story all…
Throne of Glass
Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: KaylaAnn S. Villanueva Throne of Glass by Sarah J.…
Slathbog’s Gold
Slathbog’s Gold by Mark L. Forman Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Leah Baumgartner Let me start out by saying that while…
Summer Reading
“A Universe of Stories” will be unleashed this summer at the library. Wells County Public Library’s 2019 Summer Reading Program started on Tuesday, May 28…
The Agony House
The Agony House by Cherie Priest Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Melody Smith Denise Farber has moved back to New Orleans…
My Name is Venus Black
My Name is Venus Black by Heather Lloyd Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Rachel Maggard Set in the early 1980’s,…
The Golden Compass
The Golden Compass By Philip Pullman Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Hilary Habegger The Golden Compass was made into a movie…
National Library Week: April 7-13
National Library Week (April 7- 13, 2019) is a time to celebrate the contributions of our nation’s libraries and library workers and to promote library use…
Fish in a Tree
Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Leah Baumgartner Fish in a Tree is realistic…
Now A Major Motion Picture
Now A Major Motion Picture by Cori McCarthy Our Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4 out of 5 stars) Reviewed by: Rachel Maggard Now A Major Motion Picture…
March Mystery Mania
Grades 6-12. March 11 6:00-7:30. What is “March Mystery Mania”? It is a fun mash up of an Escape Room combined with a scavenger hunt…
Library Closed Monday, Feb. 18
The Main Library and Ossian Branch will be closed on Monday, February 18 for President’s Day.
Winter Reading Challenge 2019
All ages: Join our Winter Reading challenge and help us donate books to hospitalized children via the Kate’s Kart organization. It’s super easy to participate.…
2 Hour Delay on Thursday
** UPDATE ** The county is still under a level Orange for Travel Advisory, so the Ossian Branch and Main Library will be opening 2…
Alice in Wonderland Tea Party has been moved!
The Alice in Wonderland Tea Party that was originally scheduled for Thursday, August 16 has been moved to Thursday, September 27 from 5:00-7:30 pm. Indulge…
Summer Reading – register today!
The Wells County Public Library staff is ready to help you “rock” at the library this summer. Stop in to sign-up for Summer Reading. Teens…
Coding Program During Spring Break
Grades 6-12. Join us on Tuesday, March 27 from 6:00-7:30 pm for a night of food and fun as we get creative with Scratch coding! …
Arm Knitting with Cindy has been moved to February 1st!
The “Arm Knitting with Cindy” program for teens, that was originally scheduled for Thursday, January 25th, has been moved to Thursday, February 1 from 6:00-7:30…
Manga Club Cancelled for January
In keeping with our policy, Manga Club is cancelled for tonight January, 15 because the Bluffton Harrison MSD is closed for the day. The next…
December TAB Meeting Canceled
The Teen Advisory Board meeting has been canceled for Wednesday, December 27. Our next meeting will be on January 31, 2018 from 6:00-6:45. We hope…
Teen Summer Reading Program Party Friday, July 28.
Teen Summer Reading Program Party Friday, July 28th 5:30-7:30 Grades 6-12. For all of the teens who have completed the Summer Reading Program (by reading 500 pages), come…
Manga Club Rescheduled for July 10th
Manga Club will NOT be meeting Monday, July 3rd. The library will be closing at 5:00 on Monday, July 3rd so Manga Club has been moved…
Build a Better Pizza Night Tuesday, June 6th 6:00-7:30
Grades 6-12 Join us for an evening of creating delicious pizzas. We will provide the dough for the crust and a wide range of toppings.…
Blast to the Past Games Tuesday, April 25
Grades 6-12. Join us April 25th from 6:00-7:30 pm for a night of fun as we play games from the past ranging from games played…
National Library Week: April 10-14
Join us for an entire week of activities to help celebrate the library during National Library Week. Share the Love Bluffton & Ossian: April 3-8…
Upcoming Teen Events for January and February
Check out the fun events planned for those in grades 6-12 in January and February! Wednesday, January 25- Teen Advisory Board (TAB) 6:00-6:45 Do you…