Holidays with the Library
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
Cookie Season
Monday Nov. 26
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: Mott
We supply the cookies and frosting, you bring your imagination to decorate some holiday cookies.
Event Details for Cookie SeasonDIY Holiday Ornaments
Wednesday Nov. 28
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: Toledo Heights
'Tis the season for holiday decorations! Bring in the holiday cheer by creating a festive ornament to take home.
Event Details for DIY Holiday OrnamentsEscape the Holidays
Wednesday Nov. 28
at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Oregon
Does the holiday season have you down? Pack your problem solving skills and unwrap our escape boxes. This is your chance to beat the clock and triumph over the seasonal trimmings.
Event Details for Escape the HolidaysHolland Book Club
Thursday Nov. 29
at 1:00 p.m.
Location: Holland
Join us for a lively and enlightening discussion. Copies of each month's book are available at the branch one month prior to the discussion. New members are always welcome!
Event Details for Holland Book ClubMake U: Creative Care Packages
Saturday Dec. 1
at 3:30 p.m.
Location: Sylvania
Give back to the community by making care packages for the less fortunate.
Event Details for Make U: Creative Care PackagesEat! Drink! And Dress Ugly!
Saturday Dec. 1
at 7:00 p.m.
Location: King Road
Join your fellow Literati Members for a night of Christmas party festivities as we Eat! Drink! And Dress Ugly!
Event Details for Eat! Drink! And Dress Ugly!Knit and Crochet Club
Monday Dec. 3
at 1:15 p.m.
Location: West Toledo
If you love to knit and crochet.
Event Details for Knit and Crochet ClubHoliday Fest
Tuesday Dec. 4
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: Mott
The Friends of the Library will bring in the holiday fun with food, treats, and special holiday a "Tiny Tim" shopping event for the kids!
Event Details for Holiday FestWalking in a Winter Wonderland
Tuesday Dec. 4
at 6:00 p.m.
Location: Toledo Heights
Crafts, cookies, and Santa- Oh my! Join us for a holiday party with live music and hot chocolate, starting at the Library and ending at the Highland Park Shelter House!
Event Details for Walking in a Winter Wonderland'Tis the Season with the Maumee Community Band
Tuesday Dec. 4
at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Maumee
Join us for a night of festive music by the Maumee Community Band as we celebrate the season!
Event Details for 'Tis the Season with the Maumee Community BandMake a Winter Holiday Gift
Thursday Dec. 6
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: Washington
Come and make a holiday gift with Bonita Beads. All supplies are provided. Grades 1-5.
Event Details for Make a Winter Holiday GiftCommunity Tree Lighting at Lodge
Thursday Dec. 6
at 6:00 p.m.
Location: Holland
Join us in starting the holiday season with the annual Holland Tree Lighting and a visit from Santa!
Event Details for Community Tree Lighting at LodgeGift 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.
Library Love Holiday Collection
Share your Library love this holiday season. Shop with our partner Jupmode, for quality t-shirts, hoodies and more. Perfect for gifts! Order now through Dec. 7 for hoiday delivery.
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