Book Groups and Clubs
Join a Book group
Join us for lively and enlightening book discussions hosted by 15 of our Library locations. New members are always welcome and it's free to join! Copies of books will be available at the corresponding Library location one month prior to each discussion. We offer a variety of themed book groups as well, including:
- Books on Tap (three groups to choose from)
- Under 200 Club (featuring short books)
- Feminist Book Group
- Science Fiction Book Group
- And so many more!
Don't forget to check out our list of Library clubs for all ages below.
Holland Book Club
Thursday Jan. 24
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 ClubOregon Station
Friday Jan. 25
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: Oregon
Interested in experimenting in broadcast? Bring your ideas as we create Oregon Station, a new teen focused vlog written, directed and produced by you.
Event Details for Oregon StationCaldecott Read-In
Saturday Jan. 26
at 9:00 a.m.
Location: Maumee
Come see over 100 of the best picture books for children published in the last year and help us choose a local Caldecott winner.
Event Details for Caldecott Read-InHeatherdowns Book Discussion
Monday Jan. 28
at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Heatherdowns
Join us for a lively and enlightening evening discussion of a book. Copies of the book will be available at the branch one month prior to the discussion. New members always welcome.
Event Details for Heatherdowns Book DiscussionLit & Latte
Tuesday Jan. 29
at 5:00 p.m.
Location: West Toledo
Looking for group? We are, too! Ask a teen librarian about joining our monthly teen book club called Lit & Latte for a lively discussion about our books in our TBR pile (with lattes!)
Event Details for Lit & LatteOTAKU Anime & Manga Club
Thursday Jan. 31
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: Kent
Do you know what sugoi, yatta, or kawaii mean? If so, you might just be an OTAKU! Ikuzo anime club and binge watch anime, talk manga, and eat delicious snacks with us!
Event Details for OTAKU Anime & Manga ClubWrite Your Story
Saturday Feb. 2
at 2:00 p.m.
Location: Waterville
Our group meets once a month to write, collaborate and discuss our favorite stories. Grades 6-12.
Event Details for Write Your StoryOTAKU Anime & Manga Club
Tuesday Feb. 5
at 5:00 p.m.
Location: West Toledo
Do you know what sugoi, yatta, or kawaii mean? If so, you might just be an OTAKU! Ikuzo anime club and binge watch anime, talk manga, and eat delicious snacks with us!
Event Details for OTAKU Anime & Manga ClubWaterville Book Discussion Group
Tuesday Feb. 5
at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Waterville
Join us each month for a lively and enlightening book discussion. Copies of each month's selection are available one month prior to the discussion.
Event Details for Waterville Book Discussion GroupFeminist Book Discussion
Wednesday Feb. 6
at 6:00 p.m.
Location: Sanger
Want to explore women-centered books and discuss current events surrounding feminism and equality? Join Steinem Sisters Collection at the Sanger Branch Library for a Feminist Book Discussion.
Event Details for Feminist Book DiscussionWest Toledo Book Group
Thursday Feb. 7
at 2:00 p.m.
Location: West Toledo
Join us the 1st Thursday each month for a lively and enlightening discussion. New members always welcome
Event Details for West Toledo Book GroupPoint Place Writer's Group
Saturday Feb. 9
at 9:30 a.m.
Location: Point Place
Writing Support Group
Event Details for Point Place Writer's GroupLibrary Clubs
Clubs for Adults
In addition to our book groups, we also offer a variety of clubs for adults, including:
- Cookbook Club
- Coupon Club
- ESOL Club
- Euchre Club
- Grandparent Club
Browse upcoming club meetings below.
Holland Book Club
Thursday Jan. 24
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 ClubEuchre Club
Saturday Feb. 2
at 10:00 a.m.
Location: Sylvania
Join us the first Saturday of every month for Euchre, coffee, and some healthy competition!
Event Details for Euchre ClubLuther Hills Book Club
Wednesday Feb. 6
at 2:00 p.m.
Location: Mobile Services
2472 Luther Hills Circle Oregon, Ohio 43616
Event Details for Luther Hills Book ClubLet's Talk!
Wednesday Feb. 6
at 6:00 p.m.
Location: King Road
A welcoming environment for adult learners of English.
Event Details for Let's Talk!Coupon Club
Thursday Feb. 7
at 9:00 a.m.
Location: Locke
Take some coupons, leave some coupons!
Event Details for Coupon ClubSylvania Book Club
Monday Feb. 11
at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Sylvania
Have an enjoyable time reading and discussing books!
Event Details for Sylvania Book ClubClubs for Teens and Tweens
Do you have a teen/tween who is interested in meeting new friends and picking up a fun hobby? Joining one of our clubs is a great way to start:
- Art Club
- Anime Clubs
- Code It Club
- Dungeons and Dragons Club
- Ukulele Club
Browse upcoming club meetings below.
Tutor.com: Achieve Your Best School Year
Monday Jan. 28
at 5:30 p.m.
Location: Kent
Learn how Tutor.com's online education and homework tool can help middle and high-school students finish their homework, study for a test, and practice their skills.
Event Details for Tutor.com: Achieve Your Best School YearLit & Latte
Tuesday Jan. 29
at 5:00 p.m.
Location: West Toledo
Looking for group? We are, too! Ask a teen librarian about joining our monthly teen book club called Lit & Latte for a lively discussion about our books in our TBR pile (with lattes!)
Event Details for Lit & LatteOTAKU Anime & Manga Club
Thursday Jan. 31
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: Kent
Do you know what sugoi, yatta, or kawaii mean? If so, you might just be an OTAKU! Ikuzo anime club and binge watch anime, talk manga, and eat delicious snacks with us!
Event Details for OTAKU Anime & Manga ClubTeen Anime Club
Thursday Jan. 31
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: Point Place
Stop by and binge watch anime online, talk manga, and eat delicious snacks with us.
Event Details for Teen Anime ClubUkulele Club
Friday Feb. 1
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: Oregon
Have you ever wanted to play a ukulele? This club is for you. Bring your own instrument or use ours. Learn as you go, no experience necessary. Enjoy playing together and learning new songs.
Event Details for Ukulele ClubCode IT Club
Monday Feb. 4
at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Waterville
Have you ever wanted to create a video game, program a robot or make a website? Come to the library, make some friends, learn more about coding and show others your skills. Grades 4-9.
Event Details for Code IT ClubClubs for Kids
Our clubs for kids offer them a great outlet for releasing energy, meeting new friends and learning new skills. Our kids clubs include:
- Chess Club
- Homeschool Club
- LEGO Club
Browse upcoming club meetings below.
Chess Club
Monday Jan. 28
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: South
Weekly chess club for children of all ages and skill levels.
Event Details for Chess ClubKids Club
Monday Feb. 4
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: West Toledo
After a hectic school day, come and unwind at Kids Club. A fun hour of silly games, awesome activities and fun challenges awaits kids ages 5-10 at the library! Something new to try and do each month.
Event Details for Kids ClubChess Club
Monday Feb. 4
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: South
Weekly chess club for children of all ages and skill levels.
Event Details for Chess ClubHomeschooling Book Bunch
Wednesday Feb. 6
at 2:00 p.m.
Location: Waterville
A book club for homeschoolers ages 8-12. Copies of the book will be available for check out at the Waterville Branch Library.
Event Details for Homeschooling Book BunchChess Club
Monday Feb. 11
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: South
Weekly chess club for children of all ages and skill levels.
Event Details for Chess ClubChess Club
Monday Feb. 18
at 4:00 p.m.
Location: South
Weekly chess club for children of all ages and skill levels.
Event Details for Chess Club