Waterville
800 Michigan Ave.,
Waterville, Ohio 43566
419-878-3055
Email Manager William Harbauer
M-Tu: noon – 8:30 p.m.
W-F: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sa: Closed
Su: Closed
Services:
We’re happy to be a good neighbor by providing free self-serve meeting rooms. (Self-serve means you may move furniture, but you will need to return room to original set-up. Technology support may be available.) Users of this space must agree to and follow the Library Community Room policy.
Use our 24/7 Lobbies with Smart Lockers to pick up books and materials you’ve placed on hold any time day or night! Currently available at King Road, Maumee, Oregon, Reynolds Corners, Sanger, Sylvania, and Waterville locations.
To pick up materials in the 24/7 Lobby Lockers:
- Log into your account
- Find the materials you would like to reserve
- Select “Request it”
- Choose the location’s “Lobby Lockers” option
- Click submit
Quiet study rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis during open hours. There are often quiet study tables too, but they are within the main library space.
This branch provides a continuous Friends of the Library mini Book Sale area.
Programs:
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) June 23 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) June 24 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) June 25 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) June 25 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) June 26 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) June 30 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 1 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) July 2 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 2 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) July 7 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 8 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) July 9 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 9 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) July 10 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) July 14 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 15 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) July 16 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 16 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) July 17 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) July 21 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 22 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) July 23 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 23 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) July 24 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) July 28 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 29 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) July 30 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 30 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) July 31 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Storytime with Officer Wyatt
(W) August 5 | 10 — 10:45 a.m. | Waterville
Join us for a special all-ages storytime with Officer Wyatt from the Waterville Police Department.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) September 8 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) September 9 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(W) September 9 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) September 10 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) September 10 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) September 11 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) September 15 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) September 16 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(W) September 16 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) September 17 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) September 17 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) September 18 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) September 22 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) September 23 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(W) September 23 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) September 24 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) September 24 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) September 25 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) September 29 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) September 30 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(W) September 30 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) October 1 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) October 1 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) October 2 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) October 6 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) October 7 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(W) October 7 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) October 8 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) October 8 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) October 9 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) October 13 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) October 14 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(W) October 14 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) October 15 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) October 15 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) October 16 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) October 20 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) October 21 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Learn & Play Storytime with WGTE
(W) October 21 | 11 — 11:45 a.m. | Waterville
A special storytime utilizing beloved PBS KIDS programming and characters.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) October 22 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) October 22 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) October 23 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) October 27 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) October 28 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(W) October 28 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) October 29 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) October 29 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) October 30 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) November 3 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) November 4 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(W) November 4 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) November 5 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) November 5 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) November 6 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) November 10 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) November 12 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) November 12 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) November 13 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) November 17 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) November 18 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(W) November 18 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) November 19 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) November 19 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Babytime
(F) November 20 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Glovation Circus
(Tu) June 23 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Waterville
A circus show unlike any other, featuring interactive entertainment for all ages!
Reading Buddies
(W) June 24 | 11 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Waterville
Build your reading skills with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Tissue Paper Wreath
(M) June 29 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with a decorative wreath made by scrunching and bunching red, white, and blue tissue paper.
Reading Buddies
(W) July 1 | 11 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Waterville
Build your reading skills with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Warhol-Inspired Wildflowers with Molly Miller
(Tu) July 7 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Waterville
Dive into the world of Andy Warhol by layering vibrant, tempera-painted flower cutouts over rich oil pastel backgrounds to create a bold, 3D floral masterpiece.
Reading Buddies
(W) July 8 | 11 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Waterville
Build your reading skills with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(F) July 10 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans.
Super Science: A Journey Into Space with Reed Steele
(M) July 13 | 6 — 6:45 p.m. | Waterville
Go on a space adventure with a Superhero theme. Reed will defy gravity by floating off a chair (okay, it’s only mathematics) and move things with his mind (okay, it’s only physics).
Reading Buddies
(W) July 15 | 11 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Waterville
Build your reading skills with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye 2026 Summer Series
(F) July 17 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
The Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye are teaming up with Toledo Lucas County Public Libraries, Meijer, and LMH to host free hockey and baseball camps all summer long.
Pop Bottle Fireflies
(M) July 20 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
What can you do with empty pop bottles? Turn them into glowing summer fireflies using simple craft supplies!
Reading Buddies
(W) July 22 | 11 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Waterville
Build your reading skills with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Dragon Training Academy
(Tu) July 28 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Waterville
Join Brock Barnabas on an adventure as he uses his many inventions of science and brings humor, high energy, creative play, and (of course) realistic looking animatronic puppets to the stage.
Kids' Crafternoon
(Th) August 6 | 2 — 4 p.m. | Waterville
Drop in to create one craft or ten! We supply the materials, you supply the imagination!
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(F) August 14 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans.
Kids Homeschool Book Club
The Wild Robot by Peter Brown
(Tu) September 8 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Good books, lively conversation, and an activity - find all of these at our monthly Kids Homeschool Book Club!
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(F) September 11 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8.
Martial Arts for Kids
(W) September 16 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Waterville
Have a blast with Sempai Shelly Blanco from Ohio Martial Arts learning a variety of kicks and punches as well as self-defense techniques.
Homeschool Meet-Up
(Th) September 17 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Explore, create, and learn along with other homeschooling families!
Do the Rot Thing with Keep Toledo Lucas County Beautiful
(W) October 7 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Waterville
How can rotting fruits and vegetables create something beautiful and important? Find out by making compost in a plastic bottle and observing what happens!
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(F) October 9 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8.
Pokémon Training
(M) October 12 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Waterville
Meet Pokémon Professor Ken to learn to play Pokémon. Learn to build decks, play a few games for fun, or challenge the Professor to a game to win Pokémon Prize Packs!
Kids Homeschool Book Club
A Wolf Called Wander by Rosanne Parry
(Tu) October 13 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Good books, lively conversation and an activity - find all of these at our monthly Kids Homeschool Book Club!
Homeschool Meet-Up
(Th) October 15 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Explore, create, and learn along with other homeschooling families!
Kids Homeschool Book Club
Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo
(Tu) November 10 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Good books, lively conversation and an activity - find all of these at our monthly Kids Homeschool Book Club!
Warrior Cats Book Party
(Th) November 12 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all Warrior Cats! Celebrate Erin Hunter's Warrior Cat series with adventures, crafts, and snacks. Ages 8 and up.
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(F) November 13 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8.
Homeschool Meet-Up
(Th) November 19 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Explore, create, and learn along with other homeschooling families!
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) June 25 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Henna Art for Teens with Henna Muse
(Tu) June 30 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Use henna to create our own designs on paper, as well as learn the basics of sourcing supplies and making henna paste.
Wrinkle In Time Book Party
(Th) July 9 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Pick up a copy of the teen science fiction classic featured in Stranger Things at the Waterville Llibrary beginning June 11. Come to discuss the book and attempt the escape room.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) July 16 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye 2026 Summer Series
(F) July 17 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
The Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye are teaming up with Toledo Lucas County Public Libraries, Meijer, and LMH to host free hockey and baseball camps all summer long.
Pom-Pom Creatures
(Th) July 23 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Let your imagination run wild! Make pom poms by hand and turn them into anything you can imagine!
DIY Suncatchers
(Th) July 30 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Lights, colors, create! Make your own stained-glass effect suncatcher using transparency film, markers, and glue.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) September 3 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Be a School Year VolunTEEN
(Tu) September 22 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
The School Year VolunTEEN program runs September through March, and is for teens ages 13 (must be 13) through high school graduation. An online volunteer account and one-hour training are mandatory!
Teen Fear Factor
(Th) September 24 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Conquer your fears through gross, messy, and fun challenges.
Teens Making a Difference Through Service
(M) September 28 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Waterville
Are you a teen looking to earn service hours? Well, this program may be just for you! Come together to help your community through hands-on projects that will be donated to local organizations!
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) October 1 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Waterville Teen Book Club
The Obsession by Natasha Preston
(M) October 5 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces, and great books-that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Herb Gardens for Teens with Sow and Reap Gardens
(Th) October 8 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Learn how to grow culinary herbs and plant a small herb container to take home with expert gardener Felicia Roberts-Dunston.
Scary Snacks & Scarier Stories!
(Th) October 29 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Celebrate spooky season by writing your scariest story. Don’t forget the blood-curdling and goosebump inducing details! Afterwards, enjoy a deliciously scary treat, but watch out for wriggling worms!
Waterville Teen Book Club
The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han
(M) November 2 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces, and great books-that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) November 5 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Warrior Cats Book Party
(Th) November 12 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all Warrior Cats! Celebrate Erin Hunter's Warrior Cat series with adventures, crafts, and snacks. Ages 8 and up.
Teens Making a Difference Through Service
(M) November 30 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Waterville
Are you a teen looking to earn service hours? Well, this program may be just for you! Come together to help your community through hands-on projects that will be donated to local organizations!
Blacksmithing Demonstration with Carolyn
(Tu) June 23 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Waterville
Blacksmith Carolyn Powers will use a traveling forge and anvil to demonstrate basic forging techniques, explain the type of coal used, and how she produces the coke used to forge.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) June 24 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Tu) July 7 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with others who knit and crochet. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Introduction to Qigong
(Tu) July 7 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Waterville
Qigong is a traditional Chinese mind/body exercise and meditation that uses body movements with breathing and mental focusing to improve balance, muscle strength, and overall health.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall
(Th) July 9 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Advance Care Planning with Hospice of Northwest Ohio
Living Wills and Healthcare Power of Attorney
(F) July 10 | 9:30 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Learn how to complete a living will, designate a healthcare power of attorney, and set up a one-on-one appointment with a certified facilitator to complete these forms – for free!
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) July 22 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Tu) August 4 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with others who knit and crochet. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Create a Victorian Bouquet
(Tu) August 11 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Discover the fascinating history of the Victorian tussy mussy bouquet, then create your own and bring some extra freshness to your day.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
Book Chat
(Th) August 13 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Waterville Cookbook Club
Favorites from the Garden
(M) August 17 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Waterville
Pick a dish from a selected cookbook and bring it to the Library to share! We will provide table service and drinks, you provide a serving utensil. Cookbooks available one month prior to each meeting.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) August 26 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.
Waterville Book Club
The Wayward Girls by Susan Wiggs
(Tu) September 1 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Tu) September 8 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress and enjoy crafting in a social atmosphere. Crafters should have a basic working knowledge of their project.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
The Life Impossible by Matt Haig
(Th) September 10 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
A Chocolate Experience with Luvable Sweets
(M) September 14 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Waterville
Create a delicious and customized chocolate bar. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
Waterville Cookbook Club
Ina Garten "The Barefoot Contessa"
(M) September 21 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Waterville
Pick a dish from a selected cookbook and bring it to the Library to share! We will provide table service and drinks, you provide a serving utensil. Cookbooks available one month prior to each meeting.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) September 23 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Tu) October 6 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress and enjoy crafting in a social atmosphere. Crafters should have a basic knowledge of their project.
Waterville Book Club
Our Last Resort by Clemence Michallon
(Tu) October 6 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
Book Chat
(Th) October 8 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Happiness of Flowers with Lin
(M) October 12 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Waterville
Explore how flowers and plants can influence our moods and emotions. Create a floral arrangement to take home and receive the gift of happiness and joy that flowers can inspire.
Waterville Cookbook Club
European Foods
(M) October 19 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Waterville
Pick a dish from a selected cookbook and bring it to the Library to share! We will provide table service and drinks, you provide a serving utensil. Cookbooks available one month prior to each meeting.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) October 28 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Tu) November 3 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress and enjoy crafting in s social atmosphere. Crafters should have a basic working knowledge of their project.
Waterville Book Club
Paper Girl: A Memoir of Home and Family by Beth Macy
(Tu) November 3 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
There Is No Place For Us by Brian Goldstone
(Th) November 12 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Glass Bottle Succulent Planter
(M) November 16 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Let Green Crow Plants lead you through how to create a lovely succulent planter from glasses you can easily find and upcycle!
Waterville Cookbook Club
Recipes using Jello
(M) November 16 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Waterville
Pick a dish from a selected cookbook and bring it to the Library to share! We will provide table service and drinks, you provide a serving utensil. Cookbooks available one month prior to each meeting.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) November 25 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.
Waterville Book Club
The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau by Kristin Harmel
(Tu) December 1 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
Book Chat
(Th) December 10 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) December 23 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.
Waterville Book Club
Book Chat
(Tu) January 5 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Waterville Book Club
Keeper of Lost Children by Sadeqa Johnson
(Tu) February 2 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Waterville Book Club
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith
(Tu) March 2 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Waterville Book Club
Marriage at Sea by Sophie Elmhirst
(Tu) April 6 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Waterville Book Club
Heart the Lover by Lily King
(Tu) May 4 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Building for the future:
A digital copy of the full 200-plus page facilities master plan is available upon request.
Branch overview (based on 2018 data)
Service population: 14,697 (3.44% of total service population)
Median age: 42
Households with children: 36.9%
Households: 5,424
Mean household income: $86,083
Population living below the poverty line: 5.6%
Gross square feet: 12,227 square feet
Year constructed: 1964, renovated in 1980, expanded in 2004
Collection size: 59,085 items
Programs: 521 in 2018
Meeting room size: 1,316 square feet
Meeting room capacity: 84 people (meeting room is subdividable)
General Observations
- Need a good play space for children.
- Meeting space is inflexible and not very large.
- Need more quiet study space.
- Nice, welcoming feel, bright, and cheery.
- INtuitive invitation to explore deeper into the library.
- Meeting rooms are nice, lots of grass, and the location in the back of the library adjacent to the restrooms has potential for after-hours access.
- Meeting rooms are the only area in the library with floor to ceiling windows.
- However, the rest of the building has a great amount of natural light throughout.
- Self-checkout machines are convenient to holds.
- Welcoming and inviting.
- Good natural light.
- More seating.
- The stack area is a little crowded.
- Good integration of artwork into the building.
- Could use some cosmetic updates.
- Zoning of the building may challenge the ability to accommodate, adapt to future change, etc. It could also be impeded by the current location of the meeting rooms and restrooms but the rest of the building is fairly open.
- There is a great historic feel to Waterville, the architecture of the building could relate more to that.
- Consider adding face-out material display throughout shelving areas.
- Consider using circulation desk for self-checkout.
- Consider one centralized service point.
- Consider creating more of an identity for the children’s area.
- Create a more browseable collection area for both adults and children.
In spring 2024, the Library sent a survey to the Lucas County community to learn what you love about your Library and how we could improve our buildings to better meet your needs. This is what 322 Waterville neighbors said they wanted in an updated space.
| Rank |
Services and amenities |
Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Expanded children’s areas |
24.22% |
| 2 |
Expanded adult areas |
23.91% |
| 3 |
Access to drive-through, pick-up, and drop-off services |
21.74% |
| 4 |
More study spaces |
18.32% |
| 5 |
Larger and/or additional meeting room spaces |
15.53% |
| 6 |
More Maker Spaces |
15.22% |
| 7 |
More technology |
15.22% |
| 8 |
Expanded teen areas |
12.11% |
| 9 |
Greater access to audio/visual equipment |
11.18% |
| 10 |
Additional programming space |
9.01% |
Construction phase: Q4 2029 – Q1 2030
Dates are approximate and subject to change.
Q4 2028 | Dates and locations will be shared as soon as available
Serving southwestern Lucas County, the Waterville Branch has been at its present location since 1964, having outgrown classroom space at the local elementary school. After a 1980 renovation, the facility outgrew its space and expanded again in 2004. Waterville remains a meeting place for a diverse and growing population.
