All locations will be closed on April 21 in observance of Easter.
Holidays with the Library
Books and Movies
Get in the holiday spirit with these eBooks, audiobooks and movies.
Holiday Programs
Looking for something fun and free to do with your family or friends this holiday season? Look no further than your Library!
We're hosting a variety of winter and holiday themed programs for all ages. From holiday festivals and parties, to cookie and gift making, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Browse Holiday ProgramsUpcoming Holiday Programs
Knitting and Crochet Club
Monday May. 6
at 2:00 p.m.
Location: West Toledo
If you love to knit or crochet, join us at our monthly meeting.
Event Details for Knitting and Crochet ClubSugar Skull Pendants
Wednesday Oct. 2
at 3:30 p.m.
Location: Lagrange
Paint sugar skull pendants in preparation for Día de Los Muertos. Create a great keepsake while also learning about an important holiday in the Latino community.
Event Details for Sugar Skull PendantsSugar Skull Pendants
Monday Oct. 7
at 3:30 p.m.
Location: Sylvania
Paint sugar skull pendants in preparation for Día de Los Muertos. Create a great keepsake while also learning about an important holiday in the Latino community.
Event Details for Sugar Skull PendantsSugar Skull Pendants
Monday Oct. 7
at 6:00 p.m.
Location: Waterville
Paint sugar skull pendants in preparation for Día de Los Muertos. Create a great keepsake while also learning about an important holiday in the Latino community.
Event Details for Sugar Skull PendantsSugar Skull Pendants
Wednesday Oct. 9
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: South
Paint sugar skull pendants in preparation for Día de Los Muertos. Create a great keepsake while also learning about an important holiday in the Latino community.
Event Details for Sugar Skull PendantsSugar Skull Pendants
Monday Oct. 14
at 3:30 p.m.
Location: Locke
Paint sugar skull pendants in preparation for Día de Los Muertos. Create a great keepsake while also learning about an important holiday in the Latino community.
Event Details for Sugar Skull PendantsSugar Skull Pendants
Wednesday Oct. 16
at 6:00 p.m.
Location: Reynolds Corners
Paint sugar skull pendants in preparation for Día de Los Muertos. Create a great keepsake while also learning about an important holiday in the Latino community.
Event Details for Sugar Skull PendantsSugar Skull Pendants
Wednesday Oct. 23
at 6:00 p.m.
Location: Maumee
Paint sugar skull pendants in preparation for Día de Los Muertos. Create a great keepsake while also learning about an important holiday in the Latino community.
Event Details for Sugar Skull PendantsSugar Skull Pendants
Thursday Oct. 24
at 6:00 p.m.
Location: King Road
Paint sugar skull pendants in preparation for Día de Los Muertos. Create a great keepsake while also learning about an important holiday in the Latino community.
Event Details for Sugar Skull PendantsSugar Skull Pendants
Saturday Oct. 26
at 2:30 p.m.
Location: Heatherdowns
Paint sugar skull pendants in preparation for Día de Los Muertos. Create a great keepsake while also learning about an important holiday in the Latino community.
Event Details for Sugar Skull PendantsGift Ideas
book, movie or music gifts
Snag some gently used books, DVDs and music at our Friends of the Library book sale, December 6 - 8 or browse our Read/Watch/Listen lists to find inspiration and ideas.
Looking for the perfect book or movie for someone but not quite sure where to start? Try our Give 3 Get 3 program:
Give us the name of three authors/books/movies that your friend or family member enjoy, and our expert staff will give three personalized recommendations to you!
gifts Made at the Library
Gifts made using our Tech Tools:
From greeting cards to ornaments to 3D printed mementos and personalized movies, the Library is your source for creating handmade holiday gifts! Make something special at the Library with our Cricut Machines, 3D printers and scanners, laser engraver or recording equipment.
Gifts made using our Local History Collection materials:
Know someone who loves history, particularly Toledo history? Our digital collections are a wonderful resource to use for creating home décor with local and historical flavor. Browse thousands of old photos, blueprints and building renderings. Once you find an image you'd like to use, download a high resolution copy and use it to create personalized framed photos, pillowcase covers and more!
Learn more about how to use our digital collections to create home decor.
gifts that keep on giving
Get the perfect gift for the library fan or book lover in your life!
A Library book named in someone's honor:
Know someone who is passionate about a certain book or who is an avid reader in general? Why not name a Library book in their honor through our Bookplates gift option.
A gift to the Library Legacy Foundation:
Make a donation in honor of a loved one to our Library Legacy Foundation - it's a gift to the community, as it supports the many resources, services and programs offered by the Library.
Holiday Materials and Blogs
Holiday eMedia
Get into the holiday spirit by checking out an eBook or audiobook or streaming a holiday movie!
OverDrive Holiday Collections:
- Hark! Holiday Themed Audiobooks
- Holiday Make and Create!
- Holiday Romance
- Holiday Stories for Kids
- Tis the Season for a Mystery
Holidays can bring a lot of anxiety and even sadness into many people's lives. Here are some resources that can help. Topics include coping strategies, mindfulness, stress management, self-acceptance, meditation and more.
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