Waterville
800 Michigan Ave.,
Waterville, Ohio 43566
419.878.3055
Manager: William Harbauer
M-Th: 9 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
F-Sa: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
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, Mott, Oregon, Reynolds Corners, Sanger, Sylvania, Waterville and West Toledo 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:
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) July 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.
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 8 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 10 | 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) July 10 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) July 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.
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 15 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 17 | 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) July 17 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) July 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.
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 22 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) July 24 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) July 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.
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 29 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 31 | 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) July 31 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Storytime with Officer Wyatt
(Tu) August 12 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Join us for a special all-ages storytime with Officer Wyatt from the Waterville Police Department.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) September 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
(W) September 3 | 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) September 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) September 4 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Family Storytime
(M) September 8 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) September 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
(W) September 10 | 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) September 11 | 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) September 11 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Family Storytime
(M) September 15 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) September 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
(W) September 17 | 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) September 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) September 18 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Family Storytime
(M) September 22 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) September 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
(W) September 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) September 25 | 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) September 25 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Family Storytime
(M) September 29 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) September 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
(W) October 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) October 2 | 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) October 2 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Family Storytime
(M) October 6 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) October 7 | 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
(W) October 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) October 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) October 9 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Treasure Chest Storytime with WGTE Public Media
(M) October 13 | 10 — 10:45 a.m. | Waterville
A special storytime utilizing beloved PBS KIDS programming and characters.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) October 14 | 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
(W) October 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) October 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) October 16 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Family Storytime
(M) October 20 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) October 21 | 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
(W) October 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) October 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) October 23 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Family Storytime
(M) October 27 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) October 28 | 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
(W) October 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) October 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) October 30 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Family Storytime
(M) November 3 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) November 4 | 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
(W) November 5 | 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) November 6 | 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) November 6 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Family Storytime
(M) November 10 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) November 11 | 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
(W) November 12 | 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.
Abstract Texture Art with Molly Miller
(W) November 12 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Get creative with abstract textures using bubble wrap, Q-tips, and sponges. Create cool patterns and textures by painting with these fun tools.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) November 13 | 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) November 13 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Family Storytime
(M) November 17 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) November 18 | 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
(W) November 19 | 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.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) November 20 | 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.
Family Storytime
(Th) November 20 | 7 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Reading Buddies
(M) July 7 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Be a better reader with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Painting Party
(M) July 7 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Use your imagination and some colorful paints to create your own work of art!
Open Chess Play
(W) July 9 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome.
Reading Buddies
(M) July 14 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Be a better reader with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Favorite Foods Sculptures
(M) July 14 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Build a sculpture of your favorite food, whether it's a pan of pizza, a plate of pancakes, or a pot of potatoes!
Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye 2025 Summer Series
(W) July 16 | 11 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Waterville
The Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye are teaming up with Toledo Lucas County Public Libraries, Meijer, and LMHA to host free hockey and baseball camps all summer long.
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(Sa) July 19 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8.
Reading Buddies
(M) July 21 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Be a better reader with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Steven's Puppets presents The Wizard of Oz
(W) July 23 | 6:30 — 7:15 p.m. | Waterville
"Lions and Tigers and Puppets, Oh My!" is a wooden marionette adaptation of The Wizard of Oz, where Dorothy and friends seek the Wizard while evading the Wicked Witch.
Coral Reef Creations
(Tu) July 29 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Waterville
Frequently called “rainforests of the sea,” coral reefs are some of the most diverse ecosystems in the world! Learn more about this habitat and create your own coral reef art project.
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(Sa) August 2 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8.
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(Sa) August 16 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) September 4 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(Sa) September 6 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8
Kids Homeschool Book Club
Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate
(Tu) September 9 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Good books, lively conversation and an activity - find all of these at our monthly Kids Homeschool Book Club!
Chess Open Play
(W) September 17 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome.
Homeschool Meet-Up
(Th) September 18 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Explore, create, and learn along with other homeschooling families!
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(Sa) September 20 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8
Campfire Fun with Metroparks Toledo
(W) September 24 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Waterville
What skill helps you purify water, emergency signal, cook food, and more? Learn how to safely build a fire as well as the science behind this incredibly useful tool.
Be a Fire Safety Hero
(W) October 1 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Waterville
Meet a local firefighter and learn what to do if there's a fire. Discover cool ways to stop fires before they start and how to get out safely if one happens.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) October 2 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(Sa) October 4 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8
Kids Homeschool Book Club
Grimwood by Nadia Shireen
(Tu) October 14 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Good books, lively conversation and an activity - find all of these at our monthly Kids Homeschool Book Club!
Chess Open Play
(W) October 15 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome.
Homeschool Meet-Up
(Th) October 16 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Explore, create, and learn along with other homeschooling families!
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(Sa) October 18 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8
Spooky Watercolors
(Tu) October 21 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Create Sponge Dot Spiders and a Ghostly Landscape with watercolors.
Movie and a Craft - Dog Man (90 min), PG
(Sa) October 25 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Design a puppet while enjoying the movie Dog Man.
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(Sa) November 1 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8
Super Smash Bros Tournament
(Tu) November 4 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Waterville
Battle your friends in a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament. See if you have what it takes to be a champion!
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) November 6 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Kids Homeschool Book Club
The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies
(Tu) November 11 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Good books, lively conversation and an activity - find all of these at our monthly Kids Homeschool Book Club!
Abstract Texture Art with Molly Miller
(W) November 12 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Get creative with abstract textures using bubble wrap, Q-tips, and sponges. Create cool patterns and textures by painting with these fun tools.
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(Sa) November 15 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8
Chess Open Play
(W) November 19 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome.
Homeschool Meet-Up
(Th) November 20 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Explore, create, and learn along with other homeschooling families!
Open Chess Play
(W) July 9 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome.
Chocolate and Chapters Teen Book Club
Hidden Oracle by Rick Riordan
(Th) July 10 | 2 — 3 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.
Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye 2025 Summer Series
(W) July 16 | 11 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Waterville
The Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye are teaming up with Toledo Lucas County Public Libraries, Meijer, and LMHA to host free hockey and baseball camps all summer long.
Smoothie Science
(Th) July 17 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Explore the science of smoothies! Teens will follow a recipe to create their own smoothie mixtures using different fruits, vegetables, and liquids, then predict the resulting color.
Teen Self Defense with Ohio Martial Arts
(Th) July 24 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Senpai Shelly Blanco with Ohio Martial Arts makes self-defense quick, easy, and fun!
Pressed Flower Bookmarks
(Th) July 31 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Pressed flower bookmarks are a stylish way to keep track of your reading. Combine pressed flowers, drawings, decorative paper, string, and more to create a unique, personalized bookmark.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) September 4 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Chocolate and Chapters Teen Book Club
They Went Left by Monica Hesse
(M) September 8 | 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.
Junk Journaling
(Tu) September 16 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Two classes will be offered where you will create and decorate a 40 page journal using materials found around your home. September you create the journal and October is decorating.
Chess Open Play
(W) September 17 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) October 2 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Chocolate and Chapters Teen Book Club
Clown in a Cornfield by Adam Cesare
(M) 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.
Teens Making a Difference
(Sa) October 11 | 2 — 4 p.m. | Waterville
Teens, come together to help your community with hands-on projects to be donated to local organizations. Earn service hours and help others.
Junk Journaling
(Tu) October 14 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Two classes will be offered where you will create and decorate a 40 page journal using materials found around your home. September you create the journal and October is decorating.
Chess Open Play
(W) October 15 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome.
Chocolate and Chapters Teen Book Club
All Better Now by Neal Shusterman
(M) 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.
Super Smash Bros Tournament
(Tu) November 4 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Waterville
Battle your friends in a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament. See if you have what it takes to be a champion!
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) November 6 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Cyanotype Prints
(Th) November 13 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Create art with the power of sunlight! Cyanotype printing is an easy, fun way to make unique designs with objects, paper, and the power of the sun.
Chess Open Play
(W) November 19 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
Jackie by Dawn Tripp
(Th) July 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.
Jellyfish Luminary
(Sa) July 12 | 1 — 4 p.m. | Waterville
Use unconventional materials to turn your patio, bedroom, or any quiet space into a softly lit haven when you make a Jellyfish Lantern under the guidance of artist Liz Hayes.
Colorful Toledo: Mixed Media Painting Workshop
(M) August 4 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Celebrate and explore Toledo’s history as artist Katrina Niswander leads you through creating mixed media paintings using reproductions of historical photos from Toledo Library's collection!
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Tu) August 5 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with others who knit or crochet. Beginners welcome!
Waterville Daytime Book Club
Book Chat
(Th) August 14 | 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
Recipes from the Garden
(M) August 18 | 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.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Tu) September 2 | 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!
Waterville Book Club
God of the Woods by Liz Moore
(Tu) September 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 Daytime Book Club
The Little Village of Book Lovers by Nina George
(Th) September 11 | 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
Food from Around the World: International Recipes
(M) September 15 | 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.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) September 29 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Tu) October 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!
Waterville Book Club
Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradybury
(Tu) October 7 | 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 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.
Acrylic Painting with Molly Miller
(M) October 13 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Paint a fall scene with acrylic paint on a canvas board.
Waterville Cookbook Club
Frightful Foods: Recipes for the Spooky Season
(M) October 20 | 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.
Jumbo Cookie Workshop with Sur Le Pouce
(M) October 27 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Waterville
In this hands-on class, you'll make jumbo cookies with Nathalie of Sur Le Pouce.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Tu) November 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!
Waterville Book Club
Revenge of the Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell
(Tu) November 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.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
Master Slave Husband Wife by Ilyon Woo
(Th) November 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
Featured Chefs: Andrew Rea and Joshua Weissman
(M) November 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.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) November 24 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
Waterville Book Club
The Wedding People by Alison Espach
(Tu) December 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 Daytime Book Club
Book Chat
(Th) December 11 | 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 Book Club
Evening Book Chat
(Tu) January 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
James by Percival Everett
(Tu) February 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 Book Club
Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten
(Tu) March 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 Book Club
North Woods by Daniel Mason
(Tu) April 7 | 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
The Life Impossible by Matt Haig
(Tu) May 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.
BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE:
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
